In message <004b01c3715d$cb139020$31256118@newdell>, Lloyd Spear <[log in to unmask]> writes >Here in upstate NY I overwinter both on top of regular hives and in single >5-frame boxes left to their own devices. On top - is this with separate entrances and mesh to share warmth or with bees able to mix as if 2/3-queen hives? -- James Kilty :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/BEE-L for rules, FAQ and other info --- ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::