Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: A Jar of Honey: Beekeepers Journey

The honey you see at the grocery market shelves
is brought there by some very special people.
Masses crave this golden nectar, and fortunately
for them there are full-time beekeepers to
satisfy their never ending hunger.

But for some beekeeping is just a hobby. If
you've been dabbling in this art for some time,
you may be the perfect candidate to turn your
past time into a fully lucrative venture. Is this
hobby for everyone? This article will take a
glimpse into the beekeepers world.

Seasoned beekeepers will tell you their job is
really not that difficult. After some time in the
field it does become easier when you really know
what you are doing. But, starting out it can seem
a bit overwhelming and hard. It requires a bit of
dedication.

Reading and learning from many beekeeping books
will give anyone a firm base. You have to learn
not just about the bees, but some fundamental
aspects from a business perspective as well. If
you are just getting started, you can ask someone
who has already been involved in it to lend you a
hand. Here are just some of the things you will
need to know about.

Hive placement will be important to you and the
bees.

Keeping the bees as happy and comfortable with
their surroundings will be an integral part of
your business. Many beekeepers do live in the
suburbs and closer to the countryside where there
is lots of greenery and flowering gardens, but
there is an increasing number of of city
beekeepers. They are discovering that there are
ample supplies of nectar and pollen fromm city
gardens, trees, window boxes, and so on - and
often fewer pesticides.

Basically, all your bees require is for their
home to be dry and stay relatively undisturbed.
They require the nectar from flowers to make
their delicious honey. They also will need some
water. A near by stream is ideal, but if you
don't have this luxury you can get away with a
fresh pale of water.

If you are providing an artificial watering hole,
be sure there is something for the bees to latch
onto while they drink. Bees can drown, so the
good beekeeper knows the addition of a stick or
two coming out of a bucket can make a big
difference.

What you wear is important.

Do you ever see those signs that say "Shirts and
Shoes Required?" Handling bees can be a bit
tricky and the wise beekeeper has a bit more
attire to collect. He will want to cover himself
from head to toe in an effort to reduce the
possibility of stings. Some will think they only
need to wear some gloves and a veil to protect
the hands and face, but this can be a foolish
decision.

While a cheaper suit may not be the best
protection, the more of your body you can cover
the better off you will be. A full sized bee suit
is the best way to go, accompanied with high top
boots, hat, and veil and gloves. Until you have
some experience under your belt, skimping on your
beekeepers suit is not an option.

There is quite a bit of ground to cover in the
life of the beekeeper. Dedication, the right
knowledge, and a touch of persistence will all
determine the final outcome. The sweet taste of
success from that jar of honey will make it all
worthwhile!

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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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