> Cover the pool when not in use? That's another idea, but covering a large pool without any openings that a bee can get into is not as easy as it might sound. It is already covered, but only against water loss. I was hoping for a cheap and easy trick, like a distraction or a repellent. This sounds a bit easier than moving 40 hives that are currently 6 or more boxes high and full (hopefully) of honey, though. > Easy Allen. Remember there are places in the world where they get to use their pools for more than two weeks. Hehehe. You've got the picture. I just filled my pool own yesterday. It's not a big one, and there is a pond between it and the bees. So far, no bee problems here. Odd, you know, when I go to Southern California in the winter (that's what they call it) and there are days like this, I find they have their pools drained -- too cold. At any rate, I hope you are having a better flow than some of the local guys, The prices look good -- so far -- but that is only helpful if there is a crop. My bees are looking plugged. I'm having to split again. *********************************************** The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html