-- "[log in to unmask]" <[log in to unmask]> wrote: As far as cold temps, even frozen water will not get colder than O deg C. When it's -10 deg C outside, it's -10 deg C in the hive away from the cluster. I don't think it's an issue. this is incorrect. ice forms at 0 deg c, but it will get as cold as it's surroundings. deknow ****************************************************** * Full guidelines for BEE-L posting are at: * * http://www.honeybeeworld.com/bee-l/guidelines.htm * ******************************************************