🔵How to Install a Package bees using 2 Methods! PLUS tips & tricks to keep them healthy & alive

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[memdass]

I like that after your instructions you repeat the process several times without verbal instruction. Great videos!

[alwysgn]

Kamon I appreciate the conclusion of your video, for new keepers very helpful to see the ease and practicality of your teaching. I too do my packages like you, been at it about 6+ years now. Love beez

[dcsblessedbees]

Kamon, I have been watching videos for months now trying to prepare as best I can, that is the first time I have seen a package installed that way. Out of watching probably 10 videos on beekeepers installing packages, that is the first, it makes total sense. I am betting its less stressful for them that way and give them the ability to make the move on their time.
Hate it when those thoughts "fly away" lol happens to me all the time. :) Ty, Blessed Days...

[stationmanapiaries]

I really enjoy all of the topics you cover, and your presentation style is very relatable. I have been keeping bees in western Canada for seven years, but have been getting into it a bit more seriously these last two years. I really appreciate the effort you and your family has put into creating this channel. You have established an excellent resource which has benefited my efforts in this field. Keep up the great work!

[MikeTalley]

Thanks for making this video Kamon! As a new beekeeper, I want the first package installation to go as smoothly as possible. Your video provides a wealth of information and tips that helps me feel more prepared to do the installation! I really love that you discuss how different methods ("pour the bees out"/"just shake the heck out of them" 🤣) are necessary. This was very helpful, because I will be installing in late March in the Boston area.

[danschneider]

Yup my first bees were 7.50 for a package but money back then was worth something. But then when I was a kid I'd ride my bike to the lake fishing at a dock then leave my pole and walk across the street to the bar and buy a pop for a dime.

[disillusioned]

"Wear straps on your pant legs because I've got one crawling up my leg right now.... So there's that." And then just keeps on working. Too cool. Great video.

[svtimepassages]

We just installed our first package of Southern Italian bees. your method was way easier than any other method I've seen. Nice and calm. Thank you!

[MrMigrantman]

Nice vid, really like when you just let the video go while you work. Great way of demonstrating what you just talked about.

[daisyshoney]

Great video. I used both methods to install packages. I would move the queen cage a little further away from the feeder, can in case the vacuum was lost.

[daverowden-RowdyBeeFarms]

I got my Hivelife Conference video. Thanks so much for the huge discount you gave to the people that attended the conference. I have gotten a couple packages and had success with them. Putting the whole box into the brood box is new to me. Thanks for the video like usual.

[khraila_RockyRillFarm_Apiary]

Installing my 1st 2 package’s tomorrow, going to try your 1 st example. Thank you!

[lindseyhomesteadfarm]

Great video Kamon & Laurel. I love the step by step process.

[glorianelson]

Thank you. I never seen anyone up them in a hive the calmer way. That really seems less stressful for them. I think I will try it

[carolewoosley]

I'm getting my first package in two more days, thanks for the video on how to install one!

[zetectic]

I hope you are off to a good start with these packages & your existing bees and you will be well setup for Summer.
Here in UK we have had the coldest Spring nights for 20 years, below freezing 0C down to 25F

[vincekeenan]

Thanks for the video. Just picked up two packages of Italian today and will install this afternoon. I will try your method.

[robinmartin]

No fuss, no muss! Thank you Mr. Reynolds

[donovancoughlin]

"what do you think of that loral" Great line Kamon!!!

[heavymechanic]

The mail truck with the arrow on the side is consistent ensuring all their customers are FED-UP with misdirected and damaged packages.