skunk

So I was watching a youtube video by a commercial beekeeper who said he prevents skunks by using a little lye at the front of each hive. I have seen everything from trapping, carpet spikes, top entrances (Michael Bush) but never this. Anyone out there tried it and if so how much lye did you...

I had noticed the grass in front of my hive mashed down on several occasions, but, silly me, didn't pay much attention. A few days ago I noticed some mud on one side of my hive. After a closer inspection, I could make out some tiny little muddy paw prints. After a little research I discovered...