Buddy wrote: >>Thus, I set the drum out in the middle of the yard in direct sunlight. It took 3 days, but it got so hot, they left. <....> I was able to capture them and I still have the bees till today. Did you save the combs (brood & honey) in the drum? (I assume the combs did not melt and make a mess in the intense heat.) Waldemar Long Island, NY :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/BEE-L for rules, FAQ and other info --- ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::