Bees receive their first visitors!

Even though the sun wasn't shining and the wind was blowing the bees had visitors today. Mr. Wilson and Ms. Corona's class walked from ESH to see how the season has begun for the bees.

The students gathered around the apiary with the hopes of seeing some bees. 

In order to catch a glimpse it was necessary to take the cover off one of the hives to see if any bees were gathered around the feeder. Success! This time of year the bees need to have access to some sugar water in order to supplement their collected nectar. The plastic object on the hive is just such a feeder. 

Since the cold bees weren't very active we looked at the beekeeper's gear and an frame full of comb.

The class asked some very thoughtful questions and were very well behaved. The bees are grateful for the attention and look forward to maybe being out and about the next time Mr. Wilson and Ms. Corona's class comes for a visit! Enjoy the honey!