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Beekeeping For Newbees

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Here we will discuss everything needed for new beekeepers to learn to keep honeybees including: Beekeeping tools, hive components, what to do and when, and every trick of the trade that we can think of. If you are new to beekeeping, this podcast is for you.

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  • Episode 170 – Tree Cavities vs. Langstroth Hives: How Bees Really Survive Winter ❄️🐝
    Sep 22 2025

    When bees overwinter in a tree cavity, they enjoy thick insulation, controlled airflow, and condensation that actually helps them survive. In a Langstroth hive, things look very different, and without adjustments, those differences can cost colonies dearly.

    In this episode, I break down what happens inside a natural cavity and compare it to the equipment most of us use today. You will hear how bees manage heat, water, and carbon dioxide in winter, why condensation is not always the enemy, and what steps you can take to make your hives perform more like nature intended.

    What’s Inside This Episode:
    • Why tree cavities give bees a head start on winter survival
    • How clustering really works, from core temps to the outer mantle
    • The surprising role of carbon dioxide in calming bees and slowing consumption
    • Why water and condensation are vital, but only when they drip below the cluster
    • The insulation gap: tree walls vs. Langstroth boxes
    • How entrance size and placement change survival odds
    • Practical takeaways to prep your colonies for colder months

    Why Listen to This Episode?

    If you have ever wondered why colonies thrive in trees but struggle in wooden boxes, this episode connects the dots. You will leave with actionable ways to improve your overwintering setup, from insulation strategies to smarter entrance management.

    More Info:

    🌐 beekeepingfornewbees.com

    📘 bestbeekeepinggear.com

    🎥 youtube.com/@beekeepingfornewbees

    💬 discord.gg/XzkqFKrjMJ

    ☕ buymeacoffee.com/beekeepingfornewbees

    🌱 thehealinghiveproject.org

    About the Podcast

    Beekeeping For Newbees is a top 1.5% podcast with over 600,000 downloads, helping new and experienced beekeepers grow stronger colonies and make smarter decisions through every season. Listen weekly for practical guidance, swarm stories, and honest takes on what works and what does not in real-world beekeeping.



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    * Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.org


    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/beekeeping-for-newbees/donations

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    41 min
  • Episode 169 – Winter Prep for Your Hives: Feeding, Merging, and Insulating ❄️🐝
    Sep 15 2025

    Winter is coming, and the way you prepare your hives now will determine how strong your colonies are in the spring. In this episode, we go step by step through assessing colony strength, when to combine hives, and what kind of feeding really works. We also break down insulation and ventilation, weighing your hives, and why candy boards and sugar bricks are not the magic fix some people think they are. This is the practical, no-nonsense guide you need before the cold weather sets in.

    What’s Inside This Episode:

    • How to evaluate colony strength before winter
    • When and how to merge weak hives without the newspaper method
    • Feeding options: 1:1, 2:1, and 3:2 sugar syrup, plus what to avoid in cold temps
    • Why candy boards, sugar bricks, and fondant usually fail
    • Using pollen patties wisely without triggering brood too late
    • Weighing hives to judge food stores and survival chances
    • Insulation, ventilation, and preventing condensation problems
    • Cheap and simple gear for securing hives against wind and snow


    Why Listen to This Episode?

    This episode clears away bad advice and simplifies what works. You will leave with a clear plan to get your bees through winter without wasting money or losing colonies to preventable mistakes.

    More Info:

    🌐 https://beekeepingfornewbees.com

    🔗 https://bestbeekeepinggear.com

    📺 https://youtube.com/@beekeepingfornewbees

    💬 https://discord.gg/XzkqFKrjMJ

    ☕ https://buymeacoffee.com/beekeepingfornewbees

    🫶 https://thehealinghiveproject.org

    About the Podcast:

    Beekeeping For Newbees is a top 1.5% podcast with over 600,000 downloads, helping new and experienced beekeepers grow stronger colonies and make smarter decisions through every season. Listen weekly for practical guidance, swarm stories, and honest takes on what works and what does not in real-world beekeeping.



    Our Sponsors:
    * Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.org


    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/beekeeping-for-newbees/donations

    Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
    Voir plus Voir moins
    39 min
  • Episode 168 – Spring vs Fall Pollen: What Bees Really Need (And When) 🐝🌼🍂
    Sep 11 2025

    This episode focuses on the difference between spring and fall pollen and how seasonal shifts impact bee nutrition. We look at what bees need to raise brood, how they build fat reserves for winter, and why feeding is not the same in every season. At the end of the episode, I share my personal story of 9/11, where I was that day in DC, what I saw, and how it unfolded.

    What’s Inside This Episode:

    • Tree pollen, brood buildup, and spring protein needs
    • The role of high-lipid fall pollen in building winter fat bodies
    • Why pollen patties are not a one-size-fits-all solution
    • What to do when your fall flow never arrives
    • How feeding mistakes can backfire going into winter
    • A first-hand 9/11 account from DC and how it shaped the day
    • The renovation timing that kept my mother away from the Pentagon impact zone


    Why Listen to This Episode?

    You will gain a clearer understanding of how bee nutrition changes by season and hear a first-hand account of 9/11 that offers perspective and reflection.

    More Info:

    🌐 https://beekeepingfornewbees.com

    🔗 https://bestbeekeepinggear.com

    📺 https://youtube.com/@beekeepingfornewbees

    💬 https://discord.gg/XzkqFKrjMJ

    ☕ https://buymeacoffee.com/beekeepingfornewbees

    🫶 https://thehealinghiveproject.org

    About the Podcast:

    Beekeeping For Newbees is a top 1.5% podcast with over 600,000 downloads, helping new and experienced beekeepers grow stronger colonies and make smarter decisions through every season. Listen weekly for practical guidance, swarm stories, and honest takes on what works and what does not in real-world beekeeping.



    Our Sponsors:
    * Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.org


    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/beekeeping-for-newbees/donations

    Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
    Voir plus Voir moins
    53 min
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