2025 Swarm Season in Full Swing

One of my hives, which was in the process of re-queening, had an abundance of swarm cells. As a result, it sent off multiple swarms, each led by a newly hatched virgin queen. One of these swarms settled in a nearby maple tree.

Time for a Tree Climb

I happen to have quite a bit of experience with tree climbing and a good amount of climbing gear. It’s always fun for me to don the harness, set a line, and climb a tree, especially when the goal is to retrieve a swarm. Not every situation works out as well as this one did.