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So I'm super enthusiatic to get my first package ever this Saturday. I'm totally fascinated by bees and I have no fear (beyond the usual 'well, of course I prefer not to get stung') I let bees walk on my hands all the time, etc...
After watching videos of people installing packages, I'm currently planning to not use a veil or gloves. From what I can see based on the 20 videos I've watched, they are pretty docile at this stage. If anything, with the bumping and shaking, it seems a veil and gloves would kinda get in the way.
When inspecting the hive, I plan to use a veil and of course a smoker, but also no gloves. I've already practiced with my smoker, I got it down (I was a huge firebug in my day...hah)
I know that rolling or crushing a bee could lead to a sting, but that aside, does the above seem pretty kosher, or I am out in left field? Is the big variable 'what my bees might be like', so I should instead embark on the package installation and first few inspections with gear (and gloves), to see IF they are actually that docile?
Thx for any thoughts...
After watching videos of people installing packages, I'm currently planning to not use a veil or gloves. From what I can see based on the 20 videos I've watched, they are pretty docile at this stage. If anything, with the bumping and shaking, it seems a veil and gloves would kinda get in the way.
When inspecting the hive, I plan to use a veil and of course a smoker, but also no gloves. I've already practiced with my smoker, I got it down (I was a huge firebug in my day...hah)
I know that rolling or crushing a bee could lead to a sting, but that aside, does the above seem pretty kosher, or I am out in left field? Is the big variable 'what my bees might be like', so I should instead embark on the package installation and first few inspections with gear (and gloves), to see IF they are actually that docile?
Thx for any thoughts...