Includes bibliographical references and index. "First published in 2015 by Honey Tongue Press"--Title page verso.
Contents:
Benefits of observing honey bees at home -- Preparing for and selecting an observation hive -- Installing your observation hive -- Working an observation hive -- Maintaining your observation hive -- Observation hives in public spaces -- Bee photography and your observation hive -- Things to try with your observation hive.
Summary:
"This book will guide you in selecting an observation hive and choosing a site for it, modifying the hive and the site as needed, installing the hive, working with the hive, and maintaining the hive. It will prepare you to take a temporary portable observation hive to a market, fair, or school. Most important, it describes and illustrates the many ways you can use your observation hive to learn more about honey bees and how to care for them." -- Publisher's description
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.