Mock Hive Inspections: Why You Should Practice Before Opening a Live Hive

Beekeeper wearing a veil and gloves inspecting a honeycomb frame from a hive during a calm afternoon

When people talk about preparing for their first hive inspection, they usually mention reading books, watching videos, or asking questions in a local bee club. All of that helps, but nothing replaces actually putting your hands on your equipment and walking through the steps. That’s where mock hive inspections come in. These are dry runs—inspections without bees—that … Read more