I have built and installed many observation hives for both nature
centers and schools (including NYC).  The most distant I have shipped is
Washington State (from 50 miles east of NYC).  I always stress that the
cost of maintenance should include monthly visits by an experienced
beekeeper.  I charge for it with the locals and they generally pay
gladly.  At many of the locations, I have been told that it is the most
popular exhibit for children of all ages.  I have interchangeable single
or double frame widths on a common base so that we can use a two frame
width in winter.  They winter much better but limit viewing of the
queen.

I also carry small observation hives into schools.  I carry $2M
liability to do this.  See my articles in ABJ, probably almost three
years ago?

Raymond J. Lackey Sweet Pines Apiary
Master Beekeeper - Eastern Apiculture Society/OSU
Director - Long Island Region - Empire State Honey Producers Association
President (again) - Long Island Beekeepers Association
Honeybee Consultant - North American Fruit Explorers
Speaker -BOCES (schools) and LI Speaker's Association
~20 colonies (honey production & pollination) >20 years experience
Phone:(631)567-1936 FAX:(631)262-8053
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