moving a colony vs. bearding bees

[Martin W.]

I'm planning on moving a TBH of bees.  As I prepare, I've checked in on the colony several mornings before sunrise and never seen a time when there are no bees bearding.

My plan so far...I will move the colony to a larger hive body in the next few days, perhaps checker-boarding the brood nest and then hope for the best in the window for the move.

Any feedback from experienced beekeepers on managing the beard during a move?

Thanks.

[Joseph Bessetti]

You can get them inside with some smoke.  I would not checkerboard frames.  How far are you moving them?  Newer combs are going to be delicate and break off during the move.

Joe

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[BETSY TRUE]

I've found that spraying with water sends them inside. Like a rain.

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[martin whitehead]

Thanks. 

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[martin whitehead]

Thanks for feedback. I'm moving the colony approx 2 miles.  

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