Hi everyone
 
I have been reading 'A Manual of Beekeeping' by E B Wedmore and I came
across the following paragraph on which I would value some comments as I am
a newbee.
 
'The beginner likes to use gloves but should be discouraged to abandon their
use as the bare fingers are so much more sensitive and are as acceptable to
the bees. A nervous beginner can obtain help by applying a small quantity of
extra strong methyl salicylate ointment rubbed all over the hands and
especially on the exposed parts around the left thumb and first finger. The
bees may be seen to pitch with intent to attack and then change their
attitude. The use of the ointment has the additional advantage that it
hinders propolis from adhering to the fingers.'
 
Thanks for your input
 
Tom Barrett
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Foxrock
Dublin 18
Ireland
 
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