We got a call today about an active bee swarm in Grants Pass. It sounded perfect... bees inside the wall of a house. The resident told us that the day before he noticed quite a few bees flying around the corner of the house, then that morning there were hundreds of bees. While he was on the phone I explained what a "beard of bees" looks like and sure enough, one was forming just outside hte hole in the wall.
Unfortunately we had an appointment that we couldn't miss so we made arrangements to head his way later in the afternoon. Sadly, by the time we got there, the swarm was gone. Only a few bees left patrolling the opening. He said that within an hour of calling me the swarm (beard) grew huge, several feet long. There was a cloud of bees between the house and the neighbors property. Then, next time he checked the swarm was gone.
We searched the neighborhood a bit but no sign of them. Looks like these bees will not be part of our farm.
If you see or hear of a swarm of bees in southern Oregon, please call ASAP. we are looking for 3 good swarms to populate our new hives. You can call our farm at 541-826-4345.
Follow along our adventure as we make the transition from corporate city life to the world of natural farming. Each day brings a new experience and brings us to a deeper understanding about the life and spirit that made America great. At our farm we do our best to give the animals we raise a natural, free, happy, stressfree lifestyle. Our mission is to learn and share how to manage a farming operation that is both profitable and humane.
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