Bob Rolfness wrote:
 
> I have the opportunity for pick up several wooden hives components which
> are still in good physical shape, but the bee have died out in during
> the last couple of winters.  I passed on the offer because of the fear
> of AFB and EFB.  Then was told I could use a buring tourch and "clean
> up" the wood by buring it just a little.
 
        Proper scorching is a very reliable method.