Right, the final move for the bees is underway. I got the hive lifter and other sundry items together today, and both hives were stapled together and the entrances taped up. I left the 'holes' open in the hive bodies though.
Early tomorrow morning I will go with Eugene to the hives (probably around 6.30 am). Although if I'm awake earlier I may pop down just to try to encourage as many girls into the hive as possible before the move. Fred has kindly let me borrow his truck for the move too.
So all is ready - except for the fact I just heard thunder! I don't fancy doing this in the wet!, mind you thinking abut it, at least all the bees will be inside if it's raining!
Also, unlike last time, I know that this time if there are any stragglers left behind after the move there are at least some other hives for these bees to find a home in, but I'd rather not leave too many behind!
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