"Feed any colonies that may come anywhere close to running out during a dearth generously, and well in advance. The time to feed for dearths and/or winter is as soon as any honey flows are over and any surplus is removed." Some would say the successful beekeeper doesn't need to feed if only the surplus is removed. Removing honey and then replacing it with sugar and water is a questionable idea in some beekeepers minds. *********************************************** The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html Guidelines for posting to BEE-L can be found at: http://honeybeeworld.com/bee-l/guidelines.htm