> Can someone give the volume of bees necessary to get 300 bees for an alcohol > wash? 1/2 to 2/3 cup. > Also, how much alcohol is needed. 1/2 to 2/3 cup. You can also use windshield washing fluid. > Can the alcohol be filtered and reused? Yes, but it will get progressively dirtier. > Is there an optimal > location in the hive from which to sample the bees? Bees from a brood frame. Obviously, avoid using the queen! Aaron Morris - I think, therefore I bee! *********************************************** The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html Guidelines for posting to BEE-L can be found at: http://honeybeeworld.com/bee-l/guidelines.htm