The apiary is ready for the new colonies

The apiary is ready for the new tenants, who should arrive on the 7th of April.  We can't wait!  The last hive on the left is a very strong colony we introduced last spring.  The two hives on the right are ready for the new bee packages.  My wife and I will use the Warre hive - second from the left - to collect a wild colony a little later this spring.

We'll also take advantage of the event to have some friends over to enjoy the bee colony introductions, have a fun time at the range, and pig out on some smoked brisket and other victuals!