Only 6 min through the video but have a question ...

Oct 8, 2019
7:31:24pm

Endocoug All-American

Do you not get honey from the bottom two bigger boxes? Can you explain how a hive is set up? It seems that you only get honey from the upper boxes, correct?

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For those who wonder how do you harvest honey (video)

Acorn

10/8/19 7:18pm

Only 6 min through the video but have a question ...

Endocoug

10/8/19 7:31pm

Deeps, or brood boxes are the lower boxes. This is where the bees

Acorn

10/8/19 7:36pm

I see. So, the deeps certainly have honey

Endocoug

10/8/19 7:49pm

It is a thin metal frame, you might be able to see it. There are also thicker

Acorn

10/8/19 8:05pm

Looks tasty!

tander123

10/8/19 7:36pm

I wish I could be your apprentice!

The Pope

10/8/19 7:46pm

I am sure there are local beekeepers in your area that would let you.

Acorn

10/8/19 8:09pm

Awesone! And video evidence Acorn wears cargo shorts 😉

mudpupper

10/8/19 7:48pm

Yes, and proudly. As long as they keep selling them a Costco, I will

Acorn

10/8/19 8:03pm

Any idea what you make from your bees each year VS your costs?

jcase16byu

10/8/19 7:51pm

I am a finance guy. Of course I know (I can't help myself...)

Acorn

10/8/19 8:09pm

Do you do anything with the beeswax?

chitchatfan

10/8/19 8:07pm

Not yet. I keep saying I am going to make some lip gloss, but haven't gotten

Acorn

10/8/19 8:10pm

Easy to make. Recipes all over the Internet. Give it a try!

chitchatfan

10/8/19 8:12pm

Those were awesome, thanks so much for sharing.

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