As the Backwards Beekeepers club grows ever larger, more and more people at our meetings tell us that they're ready for feral bees of their own, but they're intimidated by the thought of capturing a swarm themselves.
Well, here is a step-by-step guide on how it's done.
A few things to remember:
• Always wear protective gear! Swarms are typically quite docile, but it's important to always be prepared.
• Take your time and don't rush.
• Re-read your copy of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Beekeeping, search this blog (using the box on the right), or post a question to our Yahoo group if there's anything you're unsure of.
• Take photos (with people in them as well, if possible) and send them in to the blog!
You can subscribe to our Yahoo group to get notifications of bees that are available for rescue.
You can watch the video in full-size HD here.
