> Reading the Cornell pamphlet I seem to be good except for the height (they
> say 15 feet),  more shade (mine has half day of sun), and the interior, as
> you both noted.

Tom Seeley spoke to the York County (PA) Beekeepers last evening about this 
specific topic.

Tom said he no longer thinks 15 feet is needed; too much trouble to check 
and get it down when filled.  He now uses 6-10 feet.

He recommends shade because bees will sometimes leave shortly after arrival 
if trap is too hot.

Mr. Seeley is very specific that right size really helps, but then admitted 
that instead of a 10-frame deep hive body or equivalent, he (sometimes) puts 
out nuc-size (5-deep frame) boxes because they're easier to manage. 
Cautions to add entrance reducer since smaller than normal hive entrance is 
preferred by the scout bees.

He also recommended placing the trap at the edge of a wooded area and not 
necessarily deep in the woods; easier for the scouts to find.  Recommended 
dark color paint since white traps are sometimes used by hunters for target 
practice.

'Honeybee Democracy' provides additional information if needed.

Sincerely, James Bruckart, Chambersburg, PA 

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