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Dana,

Would you share with us where (what country/state) your package came from?

Laura

Thanks for the images. Yes, it's possible for SHB to come in via package bees. I've alerted beekeepers on BCBA's email list to this thread & hopefully someone with SHB experience will chime in.

Hi, Danalion.

Would you post a picture of what you're seeing?

There's no need to paint or to use metal strips. Your frames will rest nicely against the unpainted wood which the bees will coat with propolis over time.

You're welcome!

Check out the Classifieds area of this forum to read ads from people seeking beekeepers to keep bees on their property in Boulder County.

We had a strong flow in June and then things petered out.

Hi, Joe.

While we haven't used Urban Homesteading, extracting services like this are fairly common and worth checking out. It's a nice way to enjoy your first crop of honey without all the mess. Give them a try and let us know what you think.

Laura

There's a FREE screening of SISTER BEE happening in Longmont this Friday, August 1st, 2014. I'm excited to be there alongside SISTER BEE beekeepers Julie Finley-Ridinger and Suzanne Connolly Howes. Join us! SISTER BEE Firehouse Art Center 667 4th Avenue, Longmont, Colorado Friday, August 1st, 2014 f...

Welcome to Boulder, Kelsey. There's not much in the way of commercial beekeeping happening here in Boulder County but there may be other opportunities to get involved in local agriculture. Check out the Boulder County Farmers' Market if you haven't already. They sometimes hire seasonal staff.