Well, it’s going down. I’m fully committed.
20 days ago I put all my ‘eggs in one basket’. Technically, I put them all in one incubator. The outcome of our incubation run will determine the size and quality of our laying flock and our meat for the coming year.
Each spring when I undertake this 3 week escapade I get a...
I love keeping bees.
It’s not for the money, it’s for more important reasons.
When I started out with bees I felt overwhelmed. I was continually poking around – I learn by doing – and trying to figure out what the heck they were up to.
It’s now been a number of years I’ve had up to 4 hives at a time...
This week we're reaping the rewards of beekeeping! It's time to get honey honey! I'll lead you through the process of getting the honey out of your frames, melting the wax cap, running them through the extractor, and finally filtering an d bottling your liquid gold! Join us for a sweet lesson!
The chicks are almost here! This week we're covering the last three days of incubation, and we'll be talking temperature, humidity and prepping the nursery for your newly hatched babies. Learn how to create a calm, warm and safe place to welcome your new brood of chicks, and set them up for the best start possible!
In this video I am going to talk about the beekeeping basics. I am also going to take you through the various parts and pieces of a hive, so that you know how everything fits together and what the purpose of each component is.
This week we're inside my chicken coop, talking about everything you'll need to be set for success. You'll learn about roosts, nesting boxes, space requirements, feeders and methods for watering your birds. I'll share some tips for making the coop flexible and getting the most out out of your space. This week's episode will help your hens maximize their...
This week's video is a step-by-step guide to splitting a beehive. We'll be creating two hives by splitting the resources of each hive. I'll cover what you'll need to get started, when to pick the best day to start, and how long you will need to wait before checking if the split was a success. Join me as we...
Join me this week and learn how to build a quilt box for your beehive! Control moisture, eliminate mould, and reduce the chances of disease for your bees with this simple idea! Also watch me catch a swarm of bees and create a new hive! Lots of action this week with Sustainable Stace!
I want to share with you the 6 best things of my 2019. They all revolved around the letter B: Birthday, Bees, Bike, Book, Bow, and aBundance - Enjoy!
