I worked in the building trades for many years.  I noticed that many
"professionals" possessed only the most superficial knowledge of their
craft, although they were far more knowledgeable than the general public.
 On the other hand, an amateur who did his homework could do excellent work.

It's all about your powers of observation, your ability to learn and
retain, and perseverance in doing your homework--learning from the vast
reservoir of knowledge from those who came before you.

There is obviously a benefit from spending every day of your life working
with bees, being inside the hives, and observing the rhythms.   It is true
that the commercial lurkers on this List will chuckle about many of the
questions and claims made by the hobbyists--and I can't blame them.  This
forum is a chance for them to share their knowledge and experience.  If you
don't want to put your name out--send your posts first to me, and I will
post them anomalously.

-- 
Randy Oliver
Grass Valley, CA
www.ScientificBeekeeping.com

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