MINOR EQUIPMENT 23 
common fault with beginners. If one has gentle bees, a very 
slight puff at the entrance and then another over the frames when 
the cover is removed will be sufficient. If the bees are inclined 
to be cross, a little more may be necessary. The tendency is 
rather to use too much than too little. The use of smoke is 
very disturbing to the bees, and the successful apiarist interferes 
with the normal condition of the colony as l: “le as possible. 
Every disturbance during the honey flow must be accounted for 
in honey stored. 
Fie. 13.—Smokers in common use 
Minor Equipment.—There are many things for use about the 
apiary which, while very necessary in themselves, make no dif- 
ference in results as to which particular kind is adopted. In 
these minor items there is room for unlimited argument to no 
profit. The particular article that best suits the individual taste 
is the one to adopt. 
Covers.—A good cover is very essential, but which is the 
best will depend a great deal on who is deciding. A flat wood 
cover with a strip at each end to prevent warping is very satis- 
