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Yes yes, I saw Advoko’s video when it was first released. I actually did a search for the exact video on the forum yesterday because I figured someone would have shared it here but I couldn’t find it. I love the idea and simplicity. Looks to have a lot of promise if he can do more testing on...

Hi Kate, yes, I watched that. It's fascinating, isn't it? That expertise sadly dying out if not already dead these days...

Yes! I’ve watched about every skep video on YouTube! I wish I’d paid more attention in woodwork now 😂 I found some lovely hand made ones on Etsy. Thanks @blackcloud

Yes, smaller selection but some interesting varieties. I recently did their online seed saving course (I’m a seed librarian) and it was great. We don’t have any seed companies in Scotland...yet.

Thanks James. That’s a good idea. Yes, I figured there’d be highly reputable keepers on here. I’ve reached out to one I can see is in my exact area too. 🙏

Yes, that’s why I’d rather just drink it. Feels such a waste to boil it all down. I’d say the waxing moon is a good time to tap too!

No, I just drink it straight. I could have boiled it down to make syrup (my preference over wine) but really, I just like drinking it straight out the tree.

Thanks pargyle. Boy, do I regret using the word preservation, which is why I changed it. Yes, I do want to keep bees for the sake of keeping bees and I love the skep. I'll check out the other hives you suggested. " I'm still a beekeeper and not just trying to keep bees." :) Yes, I've taken a...

Thank you. Yes, I've done a beekeeping course and read some books so I take on board what you're saying. I'm actually looking to do just that. To do tree boxes. I'm working with my neighbour on that as he's very handy with wood. The beekind bee hive maker in England is amazing but I couldn't...

Oh that's so good to hear! Thank you for that. I won't fret too much :)

it's supposed to mean not taking the honey. clearly a poor choice of words so I changed it to 'bee tender'

Sure. Bee tender then ;)

Ooh, no I'm not. Good idea. I've purchased some lemongrass oil but what I've read online says that the old comb is a really good factor in attracting. I figured I'd throw everything at it :) I'll have a look at how to add my info to the profile. thank you!

Hi everyone, I'm looking for a small amount of old brood comb for a swarm trap. Is there anyone (Scotland/UK) prepared to sell me some? Thanks Emma

I tapped birch this year and I'd like to try sycamore but I was too late. I got about 8 litres in two days!

In the UK, Real Seed and Vital Seeds are two very trusted sources of OP. Also The Seed Cooperative (Wales, I think?)

Hi I'm Emma, I'm a new beekeeper but I'm a bit renegade. I'm hoping to catch swarms and house in skeps for preservation beekeeping. Here to learn!