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(#267) In "How To Get Started With Bees," part three of our four-part series, we delve deeper into the essential steps for budding beekeepers. This episode focuses on equipment selection, emphasizing the critical decision between new and used gear, and the potential risks associated with each.

Our experts, including Honey Bee Obscura's Jim Tew and master beekeeper, Paul Longwell, provide invaluable advice on navigating the overwhelming array of beekeeping tools and accessories. We discuss the importance of understanding bee space, the pros and cons of building your own equipment versus purchasing pre-assembled kits, and strategies for effective colony feeding and expansion.

By breaking down these fundamental aspects, we aim to equip novice beekeepers with the knowledge to make informed decisions, ensuring their journey into beekeeping starts on solid ground.

Links and websites mentioned in this episode:

• How To Get Started in Beekeeping Episode Collection Page: https://beekeepingtodaypodcast.com/htgs
• Honey Bee Health Coalition: https://honeybeehealthcoalition.org
• Betterbee Quick Start Guide: https://www.betterbee.com/instructions-and-resources/how-to-be-a-beekeeper.asp
• University of Minnesota Bee Squad - Gentle Beekeeping: https://beelab.umn.edu/person-mentoring-apiary
• USDA Bee Lab: https://www.ars.usda.gov/northeast-area/beltsville-md-barc/beltsville-agricultural-research-center/bee-research-laboratory/

• Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: https://honeybeeobscura.com

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