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yabodie

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I am taking the intro beekeeping class in Montgomery County MD and I am really considering keeping a hive in the back yard.

Any pointers from you old timers?

How close can the hive bee to fences, can the hive bodies be stained instead of painted?

Thoughts?

Thanks!
 

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Hey Yabodie,

Thats great you are getting into beekeeping we need more beekeepers. Not sure what you mean by how close to a fence? Definitely paint your hive bodies with a light colored latex paint. All the beekeepers I know use paint and not stain. My bee hives are painted white but you can use any light color.

Cheers,
Jon
 

deanco

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You can place the hives very close to a fence. If you have neighbors on the other side, being close to the fence is good, as the bees have to climb and will be above their heads as they depart.

Dean
 
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