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Siting your hive
Bees hives do not need a shelter but it can help with issues of moisture. Things to consider is:
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Hives should face east to receive morning sun
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hives should be raised off the ground to help keep them dry
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make sure you have room behind the hive to work
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bees will need fresh water and regular nectar and pollen.
Signs of Varroa
Set ups
Hives can be close together. Bees will find their home. Consider planting plants that have nectar and pollen througout the year
Liquid Gold
Honey jars can be ordered locally through:
BC Bee Supply http://www.bcbeesupply.ca/containers.html
Richards Packaging
http://www.richardspackaging.com/PDF/Online%20Catalogue.pdf
Dominion Packaging
http://www.dompkg.com/index.html
Varroa mites will damage the wings. If you see this you have a problem. Bees with damaged wings can't fly and the whole colony can die without food.