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Honey Bee Calendar – Time Table

2025-01-24 No Comments

Beekeeper Timeline Honey bee calendar is just a rough timeline that a new beekeeper can follow. It is by no means a blueprint for beekeeping

How to Install and Care for a Nuc – Silver Creeks Bees

2025-01-24 No Comments

John and I are excited to install a nuc, even 12 years after starting our journey as beekeepers. We have installed packages at 2am, in

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Beekeeping Equipment New Beekeepers Need

2025-01-19 No Comments

When we talk about Beekeeping Equipment: “All Bees need is a box.” John. The rest of the gear is to help us be able to

Assume & Presume – Myths & Facts

2025-01-09 No Comments

Delve into the myths and facts of beekeeping. Our resource provides essential information to help you navigate the complexities of bee care and management What

The Investment in Bees – Time and Money

2025-01-09 No Comments

Note: This image is of nucs in our truck May 2024. There is more to beekeeping than the initial output. There is the time needed to

How to Test for Varroa Destructor Mite – Silver Creeks Bees

2025-01-09 No Comments

The University of Guelph has a fantastic YouTube channel designed to help new beekeepers get started. Their alcohol wash method is almost exactly what I do.

Varroa Destructor Virus and Natural Treatments for New Beekeepers

2025-01-09 No Comments

Varroa Destructor Virus for New Beekeepers I remember being totally bewildered as a new beekeeper. I tried to learn about Varroa Destructor Virus , and