Hi Dick & All,

> Can you give figures on the number of bees you've attempted to
> overwinter and the numbers of those that have actually made it through?

Just plain numbers is not relevant considering the many factors involved in
my program of selection and breeding.

> Also, how many years have you been able to keep a single hive going
> without having to repopulate it with new bees?
>

4 seasons so far..

I have a plan that will take some time to complete. I can explain more by
talking better than by typing. Dick, you or anyone can call me to talk of my
beekeeping anytime 907-242-0588 / 907-688-0588

 . ..   Keith Malone, Chugiak, Alaska USA, http://www.cer.org/,
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