CHAPTER XX 



HOW TO "WINTER BEES SUCCESSFULLY 



/^ ENERALLY speaking, there are two 

 ^-^ ways in which bees are wintered, out- 

 doors, and in cellars or special repositories, 

 and the methods of treating the colonies vary 

 according to the plan followed. 



For many years there have been discussions 

 among beekeepers as to which plan is the 

 better, and there is a great deal to be said in 

 favor of both, but it is conceded by eminent 

 authorities that the outdoor plan is preferable 

 if the conditions of successful outdoor winter- 

 ing are followed, and the bees provided with 

 the proper packing and shelter. Personally 

 I believe that outdoor wintering is best even in 

 cold climates; but outdoor wintering in such 

 sections demands great care in the matter of 

 extra packing, in order to bring the bees 



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