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> ...but if it is
> possible to only collect samples for the moment and deal with them in
> a week, then it would help.

Use isopropyl alcohol -- cheap at any drug store -- or winter windshield
washer fluid to store the bees.  The concentration of alcohol will determine
how 'crisp' they are.  If they are too crisp, then put them in a more dilute
solution a few hours (24?) before you work on them.  A good binocular
(dissecting) microscope with a good light is esential for learning.  If you
don't have one, consult your local high school lab teacher and arrange a
session or loan.

We discussed this all on BEE-L years back, and even arranged a group
microscope purchase, if I recall.

allen
A Beekeeper's Diary: http://www.honeybeeworld.com/diary/

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