Episode Details

In this episode, I cover a grab bag of early-season topics that tend to come up right as beekeepers start moving from planning into action. We talk through common decisions that affect whether your colonies get a clean, stable start, including where to place hives, how to angle them, and how to avoid preventable moisture and mess inside the bottom board.

I also share a practical warning about online scams targeting beekeepers, plus a few real-world considerations around shipping and receiving package bees.

What’s Inside This Episode:

• A quick look at Flow Hive and how scammers are using fake ads and fake sites to steal information
• What to know about receiving package bees, including post office pickup and delivery issues
• How shipping delays can affect package bee insurance and what to ask your supplier
• Hive placement basics, including getting colonies off the ground and keeping the area clear
• Why a forward tilt matters and how it helps keep moisture and debris from building up inside the hive
• Stand options that work, from pallets to blocks, and what matters most for stability and access

Why Listen to This Episode?

This episode gives you practical setup guidance and common-sense checkpoints that help you avoid early mistakes before your colonies are installed and growing.

More Info:

🌐 https://beekeepingfornewbees.com

🔗 https://bestbeekeepinggear.com

📺 https://youtube.com/@beekeepingfornewbees

💬 https://discord.gg/XzkqFKrjMJ

🫶 https://thehealinghiveproject.org

☕ https://buymeacoffee.com/beekeepingfornewbees

About the Podcast:

Beekeeping For Newbees is a top 1.5% podcast with over 650,000 downloads, helping new and experienced beekeepers grow stronger colonies and make smarter decisions through every season. Listen weekly for practical guidance, swarm stories, and honest takes on what works and what does not in real-world beekeeping.