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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 17:22:30 GMT
So renters moved... Back to Israel. Rental property is in the middle of a neighborhood, but has a large deep lot.
In the way way back we found an active bee box sitting in the dirt with a few ivy vines attached. Put it on craigs list for free. Two people looked, but, they were amateur bee keepers and were afraid the bottom might be rotted out, and said they were afraid 'angry' bees would storm if we disturbed their home.
Called animal control who referred us to Dept of Ag, who said that wasn't something they did. They had zero recommendation. Couldn't find professional bee keepers within a 100 mile area. I hate to call a pest extinguisher, they are good bees. Happy little pollinators in the neighborhood.
what to do? Any suggestions...
Update: So, I now have a professional willing to come get them, in two weeks. However, the two amateur bee keepers have circled back (at different times) to take another look and they each want them... but are looking into finding help to pick them up. I guess it will be first to arrive... gets them, but I really hope its the professional.
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Post by The Birdhouse Lady on Jul 7, 2014 17:24:49 GMT
What would be the harm in letting it stay there?
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Post by spitfiregirl on Jul 7, 2014 17:26:32 GMT
go to farmers market and ask the honey seller
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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 17:27:22 GMT
What would be the harm in letting it stay there? I guess it would depend on the preference of the renter. Plus, I had better check to see if it is even permitted in the city. |
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Post by freebird on Jul 7, 2014 17:28:04 GMT
go on your local facebook swap shop and ask for bee keepers. Don't say why, just let them assume you want to buy honey.
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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 17:29:18 GMT
go to farmers market and ask the honey seller Hmmmm? Will check that out! |
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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 17:34:10 GMT
go on your local facebook swap shop and ask for bee keepers. Don't say why, just let them assume you want to buy honey. I am seriously Facebook impaired  How would I find a local swapboard? I tried search with my city name,but got nothing . |
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Post by miss_lizzie on Jul 7, 2014 17:40:35 GMT
I'd do all I could to avoid an exterminator. Bees are struggling now and need us to help.
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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 17:53:54 GMT
I'd do all I could to avoid an exterminator. Bees are struggling now and need us to help. Wow just goggled that. Bees are in decline, could become a global threat. Did not know that, but I definitely don't want an exterminator. Just a new home. |
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Post by pudgygroundhog on Jul 7, 2014 17:55:49 GMT
Bees are so important and can use all the help they can get right now. I know it might be a pain for you, but I would keep trying to find a beekeeper than can help you out. I have friends that keep bees, I can ask them for suggested resources.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Jul 7, 2014 17:59:51 GMT
Bees are so important and can use all the help they can get right now. I know it might be a pain for you, but I would keep trying to find a beekeeper than can help you out. I have friends that keep bees, I can ask them for suggested resources.  . Also, Bees were my high school mascot. True story! |
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Post by georgiapea on Jul 7, 2014 18:01:38 GMT
Beekeepers probably belong to lists, groups and forums. Pudgygroundhog's friends may know how to find someone near you.
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Post by pudgygroundhog on Jul 7, 2014 18:12:11 GMT
It's too bad you aren't local to me because my friends said they would come get them. They suggested contacting a local apiary, although I don't know if that is feasible where you live. This might be a good starting point. There is something listed for every state so hopefully somebody would be able to direct you to the right place. US State Honey & Beekeeping Associations: |
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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 18:12:41 GMT
I drove over to the local farm supply (feed and grain store) as they have a farmers market every Thursday. They gave me the name of three bee keepers. Thanks spitfiregirl ... Good suggestion, we'll see how this works out. |
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Post by craftykitten on Jul 7, 2014 18:14:53 GMT
I am in several beekeeping groups on Facebook. I can either link you up, or can post there for you if you want to send me some details of where you are. The link pudgygroundhog posted is also a good place to look.
When you say 'bee box' - how big is it?
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Post by craftykitten on Jul 7, 2014 18:16:20 GMT
I drove over to the local farm supply (feed and grain store) as they have a farmers market every Thursday. They gave me the name of three bee keepers. Thanks spitfiregirl ... Good suggestion, we'll see how this works out. Good luck and keep us posted! Too bad you are on the other side of the pond...I keep bees here in the UK but it's a long way to come to collect some  |
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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 18:16:40 GMT
It's too bad you aren't local to me because my friends said they would come get them. They suggested contacting a local apiary, although I don't know if that is feasible where you live. This might be a good starting point. There is something listed for every state so hopefully somebody would be able to direct you to the right place. US State Honey & Beekeeping Associations:Thank you pudgygroundhog ! Two of the names given to me are on this site. They are about 40 miles away, I hope they will help me out, I also found out bees are not permitted in this neighborhood, as there is a school across the street. |
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Post by pudgygroundhog on Jul 7, 2014 18:17:24 GMT
Here's another link on how to remove unwanted bees: American Beekeeping FederationUnwanted Bees/Bee Removal If you have unwanted bees around your home, you can contact a local beekeeper who may be able to remove the bees without killing them. To locate a beekeeper: Look in the Yellow Pages under BEEKEEPER or HONEY. Do a Google search for your local area or state's beekeeping association. Many websites will post contact information of local beekeepers who can help with swarms. Contact your County Extension Service, which may be listed under the name of your state's agricultural university. Ask your fire or police department. They often have lists of beekeepers who will take unwanted bees. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE BEES YOURSELF UNLESS YOU ARE AN EXPERIENCED BEEKEEPER! |
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Post by pudgygroundhog on Jul 7, 2014 18:20:00 GMT
Too bad you are on the other side of the pond...I keep bees here in the UK but it's a long way to come to collect some BEES ON A PLANE! |
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Post by pudgygroundhog on Jul 7, 2014 18:21:26 GMT
It's too bad you aren't local to me because my friends said they would come get them. They suggested contacting a local apiary, although I don't know if that is feasible where you live. This might be a good starting point. There is something listed for every state so hopefully somebody would be able to direct you to the right place. US State Honey & Beekeeping Associations:Thank you pudgygroundhog ! Two of the names given to me are on this site. They are about 40 miles away, I hope they will help me out, I also found out bees are not permitted in this neighborhood, as there is a school across the street. I would think local beekeepers would do everything they can to help out - it is really important for the bees right now. It also couldn't hurt to bake them some cookies or something. |
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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 18:21:46 GMT
I am in several beekeeping groups on Facebook. I can either link you up, or can post there for you if you want to send me some details of where you are. The link pudgygroundhog posted is also a good place to look. When you say 'bee box' - how big is it? The amateur bee keepers that looked at it told me it is smaller than the standard(?) bee box. I would guess it is Maybe 18x24. |
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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 18:26:53 GMT
Too bad you are on the other side of the pond...I keep bees here in the UK but it's a long way to come to collect some BEES ON A PLANE! Way better than SNAKES! |
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Post by khaleesi on Jul 7, 2014 18:26:55 GMT
You could also try any local universities. Sometimes their agriculture departments can help or at least will give you other contacts.
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Post by craftykitten on Jul 7, 2014 18:29:09 GMT
When you say 'bee box' - how big is it? The amateur bee keepers that looked at it told me it is smaller than the standard(?) bee box. I would guess it is Maybe 18x24. There are lots of different types of hive. We use quite small ones that are 14x12, it sounds like yours might be a top bar hive
Moving a bee hive where the bees are already settled is much easier than collecting a swarm. If it was me, I would wait until the evening when they have stopped flying around, close the entrance and then move it. If they are worried about the bottom being rotted then just slide it on to another board to move. We have 37 hives in various locations over here - we want to become professional bee farmers and hopefully make a living out of honey! |
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Post by craftykitten on Jul 7, 2014 18:29:41 GMT
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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 18:35:58 GMT
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Post by PrettyInPeank on Jul 7, 2014 18:37:00 GMT
Please keep us updated OP! I'm hoping you find a solution.
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Post by SweetieBsMom on Jul 7, 2014 19:13:26 GMT
Can you put it on Craig's List "Free Bees to a good home!"
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Post by timewarp2 on Jul 7, 2014 19:22:49 GMT
Can you put it on Craig's List "Free Bees to a good home!" That was the first thing I did* ..... Alas the two responses did not want to move the bees for fear that the bottom of the bee box had rotted out. Bees box has been sitting in dirt for an undetermined amount if tme. *see original post |
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Post by craftykitten on Jul 7, 2014 19:26:42 GMT
Can you put it on Craig's List "Free Bees to a good home!" That was the first thing I did* ..... Alas the two responses did not want to move the bees for fear that the bottom of the bee box had rotted out. Bees box has been sitting in dirt for an undetermined amount if tme. *see original post I'd be surprised if it had rotted. But, if that was their reason for moving then they aren't good enough beekeepers anyway |
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How would I find a local swapboard? I tried search with my city name,but got nothing .
