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by donstu
Mon May 05, 2014 1:13 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: used equipment
Replies: 1
Views: 6245

Re: used equipment

can we have a phone or email way too contact you?
by donstu
Mon Apr 14, 2014 7:20 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: Where can I find local honey this time of the year?
Replies: 1
Views: 6731

Re: Where can I find local honey this time of the year?

I have a very small amount. How much are you seeking?
You can also buy a wide variety of local honeys at Denver Urban Homesteading Market.
Call me if interested at 3-248-6677 ... Don
by donstu
Fri Apr 04, 2014 3:30 pm
Forum: Beekeeping
Topic: Bear Fence
Replies: 2
Views: 9430

Re: Bear Fence

Best to check with the Dept of Wildlife to get advice and direction.
by donstu
Sun Mar 30, 2014 9:06 am
Forum: Beekeeping
Topic: Do hive boxes need to be connected?
Replies: 3
Views: 12009

Re: Do hive boxes need to be connected?

Considerations when choosing a hive location: 1. wind 2. sun 3. water Choose a location that provides a natural wind break on North and West. This greatly reduces the chances of getting blown over and eliminates the need for straps and window latches. Less work is better. Short of a natural wind bre...
by donstu
Sun Mar 16, 2014 6:03 pm
Forum: Beekeeping
Topic: How tight does a topbar divider need to fit?
Replies: 1
Views: 7931

Re: How tight does a topbar divider need to fit?

Touch is adequate. Snug is nice, not necessary.
by donstu
Sun Mar 09, 2014 7:02 pm
Forum: Beekeeping
Topic: Spring Activity
Replies: 1
Views: 7641

Re: Spring Activity

Maples and Elms.
Abundant pollen and small amounts of new nectar seen today:
Golden
Wheatridge
Arvada
by donstu
Thu Dec 19, 2013 4:37 pm
Forum: Beekeeping
Topic: Bee Healthy Neighborhoods
Replies: 4
Views: 13301

Re: Bee Healthy Neighborhoods

Janet, I am excited to here about your thinking about healthy bees. Living Systems Institute and Honeybee Keep have been thinking along the same lines and have already started work in this direction. You can check out our plan here: http://honeybeekeep.com/content/bee-safe-neighborhoods We emphasize...
by donstu
Sat Dec 07, 2013 3:16 pm
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Third Annual Honeybee Hive Build, 2014
Replies: 0
Views: 6586

Third Annual Honeybee Hive Build, 2014

Living Systems Institute / Honeybee Keep present: Third Annual Honeybee Hive Build, 2014 Saturday, January, 25, 2014 from 8AM to 5PM, backup bad weather date February 1, 2014. Lunch will be provided, organic, local vegetarian and chicken. Location: 14020 W. 32nd Ave Golden, CO 80401 Come and work wi...
by donstu
Sat Nov 30, 2013 9:58 am
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Classroom Event: Introduction to Beekeeping 1/19/2014
Replies: 0
Views: 6499

Classroom Event: Introduction to Beekeeping 1/19/2014

Date and Time: Sunday, January 19, 2014 from 3PM to 5PM. This 2-hour introductory class is being offered by Don Studinski, CEO of Honeybee Keep. Don teaches this class just a few times each year and enrollment is limited. This class is limited to 20 participants. Cost: $40.00 / person Registration i...
by donstu
Sat Nov 30, 2013 9:54 am
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Classroom Event: Introduction to Beekeeping 1/18/2014
Replies: 0
Views: 6333

Classroom Event: Introduction to Beekeeping 1/18/2014

Date and Time: Saturday, January 18, 2014 from 10AM to 12 Noon. This 2-hour introductory class is being offered by Don Studinski, CEO of Honeybee Keep. Don teaches this class just a few times each year and enrollment is limited. This class is limited to 10 participants. Cost: $40.00 / person Registr...