On Wed, 1 Jan 1997 09:01:03 -0500 Frank Humphrey <[log in to unmask]> writes: >drones in their hives at this time of year? I don't think I have a >problem, it is just unusual to see drones at this time of year. >Frank & Phronsie Humphrey >[log in to unmask] > Hi, Yes, I have seen more drones this time of year than any time I can recall in ther past 20 (my experience in beekeeping). I suspect it relates to the streingth and surplus in the colony. I do see dead drones at the entrance on a weekkly basis so the are still reducing the population. I am providing no extra provisions. This beekeeping is a new venture every year in one way or another. Alden Marshall [B-Line Apiaries Hudson, NH [log in to unmask]