First Check of Spring

I received a phone call last week from Sam Meacham, who was out on the Island and passing through the bee yard. According to Sam, five hives have signs of bee activity - the remaining two hives did not have any activity, but it was a bit chilly that day.

I am heading out Sunday to feed them, remove the mouse guards and start spring clean-up. Still a bit early to reverse the hives or put on supers I think. Depends on whether the temperature is warm enough tomorrow for me to do a detailed inspection, or just put on top feeders.