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Re: Converting to Mediums (Was: Getting old is not easy)
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Bob Darrell <[log in to unmask]>
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Informed Discussion of Beekeeping Issues and Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 28 Oct 2013 17:48:32 -0400
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On 28-Oct-13, at 11:57 AM, Metro Propolis wrote:

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> I reconsidered, and eventually settled on running 1 deep and 2  
> mediums for brood boxes.

Hi All

While I run single deeps as do many others here in balmy Southern  
Ontario, a local commercial operator uses a single medium brood box  
on some hives.  He claims no problems wintering these hives.  I  
converted to mediums for honey supers many years ago.

Bob Darrell
Caledon Ontario
Canada
44N80W
Down to -6C tonight, first time below freezing. Today +6 with bright sun

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