Hello from Laurel, Maryland

**hurvinek1** · 01-21-2011, 05:10 PM

Hi, my name is Olga and I just ordered my first package of italian bees. So I can't even call mysef a beek yet, but I am exited about getting started. I built my TBH and read a few books on how to take cere of the wonderful creatures. I must say, I am scared, but I am ready to give it all I got. This forum is great, I already found bunch of good info here. Thanks!

**dragonfly** · 01-21-2011, 06:35 PM

Hello Olga- nice intro, and welcome to Beesource.

**AmericasBeekeeper** · 01-21-2011, 07:05 PM

Welcome Olga!

**Specialkayme** · 01-21-2011, 07:51 PM

Welcome to the site!

**lisascenic** · 01-21-2011, 10:11 PM

Welcome! Have you found a local bee club, yet? It's a great way to learn, either through workshops, or just asking your neighbors lots of questions. I think one of the best things I did when I was starting out was watch other beekeepers work their hives. When I did it myself, I knew what to expect, and how not to be a total klutz.

I'll bet Laurel is great for bees! I grew up in Bethesda, and lived in Baltimore for years. Remember that bees need good air flow in the summertime.

**George Heath** · 01-22-2011, 03:14 AM

Hey Olga!
I live in Parsonsburg, MD ... Just outside of Salisbury.
So your starting off with a topbar hive?

You'll find a ton of helpful info & a great group of Beeks here.

**scdw43** · 01-22-2011, 11:55 AM

Good luck with your bees this year.

**indypartridge** · 01-24-2011, 04:23 AM

Originally Posted by lisascenic

Welcome! Have you found a local bee club, yet? It's a great way to learn, either through workshops, or just asking your neighbors lots of questions.

I'll also encourage you to get involved with a club - they're great places to find mentors and get connected to the local beekeeping community:
http://www.msbeea.org/main/Clubs.htm...ks=&chkPapers=