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Secrets to Overwintering Bees - Plus Honey Bee Fun Facts
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Why are honey bees covered in hair? How do bees navigate? These, and more answers to questions you never thought to ask, in this episode's Fun Facts.
Then we have a great discussion with 4th generation beekeeper, Steven Stewart. We discuss overwintering techniques, beehive ventilation, problems with water in the hive, and what beekeepers can do mid-winter to help their bees survive.
Steven had a successful career as an engineer, and in retirement he has developed the solar powered Hive Heater.
Beekeeping and the beekeepers, it's all about he love of honey bees!
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