Saturday, May 9, 2009

Norm's Bee House

The old barn that houses my Swedish bees is looking decidedly dodgy and about to fall down. I do like the comfort of knowing that during the 6 month winter I am away in Spain, they are housed where the Elk can't knock them over and also provide extra protection from the elements. I have decided to build a bee house which will hopefully house up to about 6 hives. It will be based on this plan at Buildeasy :-
http://www.buildeazy.com/shed_1.html
I am thinking of leaving the window out of the construction and having a shed solar light for working inside. I will drill a 3/4in hole in the side at the top to allow bees out.
Here is the start I have made in the following 3 photos.
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3 comments:

  1. Chain Drive Charlie09 May, 2009

    I am looking forward to seeing the bee House finished. Solar light sounds like the way to go.
    Take care Norm,and God Bless.

    Charlie

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  2. Paraplegic Racehorse12 May, 2009

    Here's a lighting solution for you, Norm.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zMAWztZ6TI

    You're only ever likely to be there in the daytime, so this looks about perfect for you!

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  3. Unknown26 May, 2009

    Norm, I'm not familiar with a bee house. What is it for? Is it weather protection?

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