Hello Rick and All,

Rick wrote;
Bees work all spring and summer to save stores for a yet unseen winter.  That is planning. If you say they are only acting instinctively, try to prove that assertion. 

I believe bees act on instinct.  I might not be able to prove the assertion to you Rick but have proven the instinct  theory  to myself. 
Bees do not in my opinion plan on saving honey for the next winter but simply *hoard* honey when the opportunity arises. 
Sincerely,
Bob Harrison