I know this episode is going to make a lot of folks out there happy, Wreck It Ralph is in the house. On this adventure we head over to Slidell, La, about 35 miles from the abbey, to what is suppose to be a swarm that has only recently moved in. The homeowner told us the bees had been here no more than 2 weeks, but after seeing the hive for ourselves and how far along in development it was, my estimation is more like 5 weeks. Still, in that short period of time, these bees were able to construct over 13 full sections of comb. It just goes to show how the early swarms can really explode, and it's all due to the fact that the queen is an old queen and not newly mated.
We've got some fantastic swarm pictures once again, some repeat wranglers, and some wranglers who have caught their very first swarm ever. Whatever category you may fit in, I'd love to post your swarm on one of my videos. All you have to do is get a shot of the swarm with your face in the frame along with your name, city, and state, and I'll take it from there. Remember, by sending me your picture you are giving me permission to use it on my video. Again, thanks to all who have send their pictures in.
Two more things, the home where Ralph and I wrangled these bees was one I went to last year and had removed another swarm that had moved in. If you'd like to check out that video and compare the removals, the link to the video is:
And finally, the queen capture was quite an experience, but rest assured, she was captured and is doing great along with all her daughters.....and sons. God's peace to all! Mr. Ed
Songs used in this video:
"Days are long"
""Workout"
Both can be found on Youtube's audio library.
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