[Lincolnparkdc] Honeybees & Spring Swarms

[Jan Day]

Shirley,

I am terribly sorry for the mixup in the delivery, I did not realize my
mistake. I will contact you off-list to resolve the situation.

Jan

On Mon, Mar 16, 2020 at 4:45 PM Shirley Schwarz <shirleys8 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Since last time (my first order with you) when I ordered and paid for 18
> oz and you delivered a your smallest jar, I will not in the future be ever
> ordering from you.
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> *From: *Jan Day
> *Sent: *Monday, March 16, 2020 2:29 PM
> *To: *Lincoln Park DC listserve
> *Subject: *[Lincolnparkdc] Honeybees & Spring Swarms
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> Neighbors!
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> It's nearly Spring which means longer days, flowers blooming and bees
> swarming.
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> If you see a swarm of bees, or even think you might, please take a
> breath, then call, text or email the DC Swarm Squad and we'll send an
> experienced beekeeper to come over and collect the bees. Call/text (202)
> 255 4318, or email dcbees-at-dcbeekeepers.org.
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> The Swarm Squad is a group of ~75 DC beekeepers that saves swarms of
> honey bees in the city (JUST the city): it is a volunteer effort. We do
> this free of charge but require permission to enter private property. We do
> not remove bees from inside structures, but can recommend help.
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> For more information visit our Swarm info page:
> http://www.dcbeekeepers.org/do-you-have-swarm-honey-bees (“Do You Have A
> Swarm of Honey Bees?”)
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> Thank you,
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> Jan
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> secondstoryhoney.com - brighten your day!
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> *Will the bees in the swarm sting me? Are they dangerous?*
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> When you see a swarm of bees clinging to a branch or lamppost do not be
> afraid. Bees in this state are least likely to sting because they do not
> have any hive to protect. Instead, they are hanging out in a cluster with
> tummies full of honey (that they took from their previous home) surrounding
> and protecting their queen who is in the deep center of the swarm.
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> *How long will the bee swarm stay in one place?*
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> They are hanging out waiting for their scout bees to come back and tell
> their sisters if they've found a comfy new home. Bee swarms may hang out
> for hours or as long as a day or two. While they are there please do not
> approach or disturb the bees. The bees will leave you alone if you leave
> them alone. Believe me, they are just as eager to leave your
> tree/lamppost/porch overhang as you are for them to go.
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> *Why do bees swarm?*
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> Bees may swarm for a variety of reasons - they've outgrown their current
> home; their home was destroyed; they are searching for a nicer geographic
> location; or maybe because it is spring they just felt like moving to
> better real estate. Swarming is a means for the honeybee colonies to
> reproduce and proliferate.
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> *Do all beehives swarm?*
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> No. Beekeepers try to encourage bees to stay put by making sure the hives
> they care for are well-situated, have plenty of food and water to eat if
> natural sources are low (e.g., drought), and have plenty of room to expand
> in their hive. Even the best beekeepers can't always control the swarm impulse
> in their hives.
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> *Are bees still in trouble?*
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> Native pollinators are under increasing pressure. Honeybees in managed
> colonies are struggling.  Scientists and beekeepers think all sorts of
> things factor into it, including climate change, monocultural agriculture
> (with attendant pesticides), a resurgent pest population, and pest-borne
> viruses. Many beekeepers in the city have lost their bees even though we
> are trying to build naturally resistant colonies and treat our bees as
> treasures, not commodities.
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> Please remember: honeybees are under extreme threat, and those swarms represent the
> unique populations that have not only figured out how to survive
> pests, pesticides, and climate change, but THRIVE. We beekeepers can grab
> those bees, give them safe homes somewhere else, and help ensure a
> healthier future where honeybees can continue to make our food supply and
> green spaces grow. It is a kind of compliment to DC that we have a place
> where honeybees and people can collaborate so well.
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> --
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> Jan Poston Day
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> jpostonday at gmail.com
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> (202) 494-7425
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Jan Poston Day
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