Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: Bee Keeping for Beginners: 4 Essential Pieces of Equipment You Can't Do Without

Are you looking into the bee keeping hobby craze?
The allure of this hobby is that it is
challenging, exciting, and even a little
dangerous all at the same time. There are those
going in with the intention of gaining a bit of
pocket money, while others just really love
working in the outdoors. Either way, those who
see that golden jar of honey all know that real
success starts with a reliable bee keeping for
beginners guide.

The guide will confirm that there are four
essential pieces of beekeeping equipment everyone
needs to use. Before the honeybees arrive on your
doorstep, you'll certainly want to have these
things in order.

1. Hive

The biggest and utmost important on this list is
the hive. It is where the bees will be living.
When they are not gathering nectar, they will be
back at the hive. It's not like they have a
weekend cottage to escape to on holiday. The hive
is their permanent home. It is the center of all
their work and activity. There are different
sizes and designs to choose from, which is a
subject all on its own. As a general guide, use
hives which are popular in your local area - what
works for others will likely work for you too.

2. Smoker

Your bee keeping for beginners list most
definitely needs to include a smoker. The smoker
is used to calm the bees and keeps them from
going into a tizzy when you approach them. Smoke
relaxes and soothes their temperament making them
much less likely to sting. While some may think
it sinister or cruel, it has a tranquilizing
effect and really does no damage - especially
when you use organic substances to create your
smoke. Natural fibers like burlap will insure the
air is not hazardous and the honey remains pure.

3. Metal hive tool

Your bees will sometimes perform a bit of their
own interior decorating and may decide to
insulate some areas you never intended them to.
In order to pry open your beehive you are going
to want a metal hive tool. Once you get the hive
open, this tool can then be use to scrape the
frames clean.

4. Protective clothing

Using a smoker will reduce the likelihood of
getting stung, but you still need protective
clothing. More experienced beekeepers sometimes
skimp on this, but as a beginner protective
clothing is essential. Ideally use a full bee
suit, which will give you head to toe protection
from bee stings. But at the very least use a
beekeeping veil & gloves - the face is one of the
most vulnerable areas to get stung (and the most
painful). Gloves will not only save your hands,
but also stop them from getting covered in
propolis, which is very sticky and difficult to
clean off.

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Val Wilson is passionate about all things
beekeeping! It is an incredibly rewarding hobby
in so many ways, so if you would like more
information about how to start beekeeping, and
produce your own honey, go to
http://www.bestbeekeeping.com and sign up for the
FREE 7 day beekeeping ecourse.

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