Preparing the Beehive Entrance
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What happens here
Using a hive tool, gently pry open the existing entrance of the beehive. This allows bees to enter and exit freely without passing through the pollen trap, which is useful when not actively collecting pollen or to help bees adjust. Once the entrance is cleared, close the main hive entrance, directing all bee traffic through the pollen trap's opening.
Goal: Adjust the hive entrance to accommodate the pollen trap.
Tools and materials
- Beehive BeeCastle — The structure housing the bee colony
- Beekeeper Suit — Protection from bee stings
- Hive Tool — Prying open hive components and cleaning