> I have used several techniques in the passed - but due to climatic
> conditions, am not sure if simple "one brood box on top the other" is
> applicable.

That's what we used.

> I do not wish to enter the brood chamber.

Wise decision, IMO.

Out of curiosity, what was your cutoff weight?  We found about 90 lbs,
including floor and lid was the lower end.  Also, since the bees do not eat
much feed until Feb or so, there is the chance of early feeding in March for
marginal hives, but they must be watched.

allen
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