For those who thought about attending but were too lazy to get your kiefers up here or down here depending where you're located, you seriously missed out on a ton of fun and learning!
Brendhan, Bud, Alan Buckley, Steve from SC and Dallas and I checked out 9 feral colonies in various out buildings and a few trees.
Too bad we couldn't remove any of 'em, no permission granted!
This morning Alan gave us queen grafting lessons and other tons of useful information regarding bees. Alan is a walking, breathing bee encylopedia
We also have been going through Bud's hives and making management decisions and did a few splits, today and yesterday.
Don't have to tell you we been eating good, Bud can cook!
Anyway, we are having a blast and its been incredible meeting people I've been talking to on the puter and phone for 4 years.
Its been a real thrill guys and ladies let me tell ya, and if you ever get the opportunity to meet some of the members you should do so.
We are hoping to make this an annual event. Next year Ted you have no excuse, I will personally drag your butt down here myself if you are a no show!
Bye for now y'all.
...JP