>There was an inquiry about overwintering colonies in our sunny, relatively
mild climate, where bees can often fly in any month.

Is that good for the bees?  Mild, bees flying, but no forage!  Sounds like a recipe for disaster to me.

Best wishes

Peter 
52°14'44.44"N, 1°50'35"W

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