Greg, welcome to our forum. That is wonderful that you are sensitive to the plight of the bees, and that you want to help them. We are all doing that thing by being members of this forum, keeping bees, learning how to keep good care of them. Our world would not be the same without all of us and the bees, hee, hee. Stick around, when you begin to keep the bees, you will become so fascinated with their secret world that you will not be able to stop yourself from becoming VERY involved with them. We can help you with advice, you can tell us your stories, tales and experiences, you will become one day a great beekeeper, as will your children. You had a very good start so many years ago when you helped out your wonderful Grandfather. He instilled the fever in you of the honeybee, you were unknowingly held under their spell for many years, it has now resurfaced. So do enjoy your stay with us, and have that wonderful and awesome life and day, health. Cindi