Wednesday, August 12, 2009

swarm season


the beeman cometh.....






we have had 4 swarms so far this summer! Not sure why it is occurring, and we have consulted other beekeepers about it. Today, we are thinking it could be the limited water source that is available...? Look at how lovely they draped themselves over this tree...


we have had a lot of swarms this summer--still trying to figure out why!!