ENVS 2210 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Antihistamine, Sodium Bicarbonate, Network For Earthquake Engineering Simulation
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Read the following: basics of management: pages 189-196, bee stings and allergic reactions: pages 184-189, spring management: pages 221-231, 235. Inspected to verify they are in good condition or to correct problems. Always wear protective gear before opening the hive (smoker, veil, appropriate clothing) Inspect colonies during warm and sunny days as most will be foragins: earier to manage bees during nectar flow than in death times. Avoid jerky or rapid movements to reduce stining. Once the smoker is lit stand at the back or side and puff smoke two ir three times through the hive entrance. Use a hive took to liftthe inner cover by pruing with it between cover and box and add more puffs. More smoke is needed if nees are lined up between top bars (looking at you) Brood chamber may be 1 or 2 boxes, start examining the lowest, use the hive tool to free propolis-sealed frames before removing them.