Failed Split Colony and Slow Spring Buildup

We received so much rain this spring while black locust, blackberry, and tulip poplars were blooming, several of the smaller colonies are just now building up. We're hoping for fairer weather for the working girls in June. In this video footage taken May 30, 2024, My nephew and I check out a few hives to make sure they're queen right. One of the hives we inspect is Joseph's Hive of Many Colors which he painted after we built it last summer.

[@tarheelbeekeeper3971]

Hey Johnny good to see you filming content, teaching the next generation of bee keepers

[@TennesseeMountainBees]

Thank you kindly! Joseph is learning fast and getting more comfortable around the bees. It's great to have his company working the hives.

[@tarheelbeekeeper3971]

@@TennesseeMountainBees it never hurts to have a second set of hands

[@dcsblessedbees]

Oh looks like she got ya under the thumb nail ya those hurt good.😂Hi Johnny and Joseph.

[@TennesseeMountainBees]

Lol. Yes, that one hurt way worse than usual. 😀

[@MinnesotaBeekeeper]

Great to bring the boy in! Nice job. I've been wondering about marking the lids. Wondering if it might reduce drifting?

[@TennesseeMountainBees]

Thanks, Mike! Joseph wanted his hive to look different. It's great to have his help in bee yard!