>         We go to the hive when all flying has ceased
 
If there is a rush, smoking the hive from time to time over a half
hour period -- or often less -- will have almost all the bees at
home, even at mid-day (the field bees don't go back out).
 
Regards
 
Allen
 
W. Allen Dick, Beekeeper                                         VE6CFK
RR#1, Swalwell, Alberta  Canada T0M 1Y0
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