Moving Beehives [the right way] 5 Easy Methods

Learn how to Move Beehives [the right way]. Over short or long distances, Bruce White guides us through 5 easy methods to move your beehives. And you will learn important techniques often forgotten including stopping frames from squashing bees, obstructing the entrance, and using a top screen to ensure proper ventilation.

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Chapters:
00:00 intro
00:37 examples of why beehives are moved
01:22 the critical reasons for ventilating beehives when moving
01:36 securing frames in place when moving
02:20 method 1: moving beehives over a short distance
02:59 move beehives a short distance in the daytime
03:14 moving beehives over larger distances approx. 10-20 metres
03:25 obstructing the beehive entrance to force re-orientation
03:59 ensure not to block the entrance when obstructing
04:49 keep the beehive strapped when moving
05:07 observations of bees at previous beehive location
06:02 note drifting bees
06:30 method 2: moving beehives with the entrance closed
07:06 use wood chocks to stop frames from moving beehives
07:40 when to shift a closed beehive
09:49 preparing beehive to load onto a vehicle
11:27 method 3: using a screen to ventilate a beehive when moving
11:48 shut bees in at night
12:55 use an Em-lock or a ratchet strap to firmly bind the beehive bees, floor & lid together
13:58 method 4: shifting beehives with an open entrance
15:51 method 5: wrap beehive in shade cloth
16:47 if needed use a red light

[boblim]

Thanks this was great. Just in the process of moving the hive back to the original site in my backyard after fence replaced. Used a hand trolley to save lifting as doing it all solo. As you say the hive lock strapping while not absolutely essential makes it a lot easier.

[Sarah-wkv]

Thank you…..this was definitely a very great teaching

[brendanmanning]

Thank for the video. I didn’t think of choking the frames.

[jimmy]

Great clip and information👍
Thoes hives were very co-operative being your aids. Happy beekeeping old mate

[candlelightbeesgardening]

Very well done. You had great technical knowledge. Thank you.

[TheMOFO]

thank you for this video. i have to move a very strong hive 3 deep located in WA this weekend. I would have made such a mess of it if i hadn't seen this. 🙌

[karnachandru]

Thanks for sharing. I need to relocate some hives as they taking over the backyard but they too heavy for me. I will try and strap down and use a trolley.

[jchristopher]

Hi very informative - I’m moving 2 hives about 10 … but down a hill . It’s difficult to move 1 m each time as terrain is difficult- any recommendations?

[BluebirdR]

Much appreciate the demo here. Concern: Is the screen kitchen-cloth breathable enough ?

[TheRainHarvester]

Can a dolly be used to move hives 300 feet after a trip to the destination? Or would the tilt of the dolly be bad while going over terrain? I'll use a dolly with pneumatic (air-filled) tires.

[logancjames]

Normal people:bees Australian people:Baees

[TheMOFO]

hey mate i just rehomed a feral hive in a cardboard box from my neighbours drive. i placed the available comb inside the box, would i need to let them clean up before i lock the frames in place. just worried it will all turn to pulp

[ryanspears]

Is it fine to move my hive at night 30meters with a closed entrance and re open it with grass infront?

I've caught a swarm in my hive which I placed on my verandah and need to relocate it.

[clairestadtmueller]

It would have been helpful to see what "chalk" or "chuck" you were placing between the frames. Pieces of wood? They'd have to be the perfect size, otherwise wouldn't they fall down in the bouncing of the truck and land on the bottom of the hive?

[theboarhunter]

If I move my hive about 10-15 metres at night with a closed entrance will that be OK? If will they be disorientated?

[thatsstrange]

3 meters is ok? I thought it was only 1 meter per day?

[shegocrazy]

Instead of moving bees at night why not block them off at night and shift them first thing in the morning so you are not working in the dark? That's assuming it's not hot during the day.

[NolaSpiersMitchell-guiu]

Are you in Australia please you sound as you are I’d like to follow you if you are please

[LondonDoorman]

should i wear a suit in order to move a hive?