Winter Insights / Lip Balm

2022-1109 Winterization-LipBalm-MD.pdf This one is in support of the a talk presented to the Upper Eastern Shore Beekeeping Association (UESBA) on November 9th, 2022. This talk will spoke of winter dynamics and was followed by how to make lip blam and paste waxes. The goal of the presentation is: To access the downloadable PDF of…

Read More

Learning to MEAD Presentation

This one is in support of the a talk presented to the Essex County Beekeepers Association alongside Bob Kloss on October 11th, 2022. We presented on our background and process for learning how to make mead following the staggered nutritional approach (SNA). The goal of the presentation is: Build a case for making mead following…

Read More

Non-Langstroth Designs EAS

This one is in support of the presentation at EAS 2022 On August 2nd, 2022 I presented this presentation on the alternative hives to the Langstroth Hive The goal of the presentation is: Show creative ideas from others Talk about the experience of running hives that are not Langstroth Form Factor To access the downloadable…

Read More

Winterization Omaha

This one is for my friends from Omaha Bee Club. On October 9th, 2021 I presented this presentation on the dynamics of overwintering. The goal of the presentation is: Understanding the dynamics of the winter cluster The role of insulation Convection, Conduction, and Radiation of heat Polystyrene Hives To access the downloadable PDF of the…

Read More

In Support of Beekeeping

This one is for my friends from Omaha Bee Club. On October 9th, 2021 I presented this presentation on the dynamics of overwintering. The goal of the presentation is: Understand how to navigate the landscape as an individual beekeeper and improve your craft Organization dynamics to support beekeepers To access the downloadable PDF of the…

Read More
Swarm Prevention cover image

Swarm Prevention EAS

THINKING INSIDE THE BOX – SWARM PREVENTION This one is for my friends from EAS. On August 13th, 2021 I presented this updated view of honey bee hive dynamics and swarm behaviors. The goal of the presentation is: Understand the natural process that is swarming and it purpose. The timing behind swarm issuance A run…

Read More

Swarm Management – DC Bees

SWARM PREVENTION/Spring Management This one is for my friends From DC Bees. On February 17th, 2021 I presented this updated view of honey bee hive dynamics and swarm behaviors. I also added a few slides at the end for Spring Management. The goal of the presentation is: Understand the natural process that is swarming and…

Read More

The Frame Game – MD

THE FRAME GAME This one is for my friends who sat in on the EAS session first thing Monday Morning. On July 15th, 2019 I presented this talk on how hive design and dimensions, especially in frame design, can impact how bees operate inside the hive. They key is paying attention to ensure that you…

Read More