All the essential equipment for how to start a beehive, including hive parts, the smoker, and the hive tool, can be bought in ...

Bee Hives Starter Kit: Package included 1*Bee Smoker,1*Frame Holder, 1*Cleaning Shovel 1*Uncapping Knife,1*Beekeeping Brush,1*J Hook,1*L Hook,1*Bee Feeder,1*Entrence Feeder, 1 x Spur Wire Wheel ...

With honey bees facing multiple threats, Jessy O'Keefe looks to give the valuable insects a helping hand one hive at a time.

“I do have to inform the Secret Service before I light my smoker.” 1 of 12 Hive top feederUsed for feeding sugar syrup to the bees in the fall so they have enough carbohydrates stored for winter.

When I first started [caring for the hives], it was really fun. I was passionate about it. To go into the hive, you have to grab your smoker, and then you use the hive tool to take the top off. Then ...

He’s been known to scoop bees by hand into a hive box. “You have to be very gentle and move slowly,” he said. “You don’t want to pinch the bees or they’ll sting.” This year ...