Equipment and Clothing

How do I use a smoker to keep bees calm?
Most people envision a familiar scene when they think of beekeeping: a beekeeper wearing a bee suit & veil, holding a lit smoker near their...
April 11, 2025

How do I choose a feeder to use with my hive?
Choosing the right beehive feeder to use can be tricky when there are so many options available, but we make it easy by covering the...
April 10, 2025

Do I need protective clothing when beekeeping?
Beekeeping is a fun and rewarding hobby, but it does come with some risks. Wearing the right protective clothing can keep you safe and relaxed...
April 9, 2025

Other than my beehives, what equipment will I need?
Many specialized tools are available to help with managing your colony's health and complete beekeeping tasks.
March 13, 2025

Do my beehives need added insulation?
In some extreme scenarios, man-made beehives may not be able to retain the level of heat needed to keep bees safe.
January 28, 2025

Beekeeping equipment
Beekeeping requires research, patience, and proper equipment. Key protective gear includes bee suits, gloves, veils, and ankle protection. Essential tools include smokers, uncapping knives, hive...

What’s in Your Toolkit
Beekeeping requires a few specialized, multi-purpose tools for inspections and tasks. A beekeeper's toolkit doesn’t need to be extensive or costly, but we do need...

Why to Store Frames
Though honey doesn't spoil, storing frames in a corner until spring poses a threat, which is important to consider.

Perspective on feeding bees
Explore the ins and outs of feeding honeybees, exploring the benefits, methods, and controversies surrounding this essential beekeeping practice.

Equipment Choices For Beginner Beekeepers
You don't need all the beekeeping equipment seen online to succeed. However, basic, essential gear is required to get started. I'll share my recommendations and...

How do I use a smoker to keep bees calm?
Most people envision a familiar scene when they think of beekeeping: a beekeeper wearing a bee suit & veil, holding a lit smoker near their...
April 11, 2025

How do I choose a feeder to use with my hive?
Choosing the right beehive feeder to use can be tricky when there are so many options available, but we make it easy by covering the...
April 10, 2025

Do I need protective clothing when beekeeping?
Beekeeping is a fun and rewarding hobby, but it does come with some risks. Wearing the right protective clothing can keep you safe and relaxed...
April 9, 2025

Other than my beehives, what equipment will I need?
Many specialized tools are available to help with managing your colony's health and complete beekeeping tasks.
March 13, 2025

Do my beehives need added insulation?
In some extreme scenarios, man-made beehives may not be able to retain the level of heat needed to keep bees safe.
January 28, 2025

Beekeeping equipment
Beekeeping requires research, patience, and proper equipment. Key protective gear includes bee suits, gloves, veils, and ankle protection. Essential tools include smokers, uncapping knives, hive...

What’s in Your Toolkit
Beekeeping requires a few specialized, multi-purpose tools for inspections and tasks. A beekeeper's toolkit doesn’t need to be extensive or costly, but we do need...

Why to Store Frames
Though honey doesn't spoil, storing frames in a corner until spring poses a threat, which is important to consider.

Perspective on feeding bees
Explore the ins and outs of feeding honeybees, exploring the benefits, methods, and controversies surrounding this essential beekeeping practice.

Equipment Choices For Beginner Beekeepers
You don't need all the beekeeping equipment seen online to succeed. However, basic, essential gear is required to get started. I'll share my recommendations and...