[Intheswamp]

BoWo, it sounds like you did good. I'll echo what was said about leaving the box there until after dark...seems those left flying or re-clustering don't want to be left outside come nightfall. You noticed probably some bees fanning...calling those lagging sisters (and a brother or two) to the new home. Something else to do if it happens again is to put the entrance of the hive body right up against the tree with it touching the swarm...the bees usually start marching right in. I had a small swarm on the ground the other day and just nudged the hive entrance up against them...they head right on inside (most of the time!).

Keep an eye on that apple tree...you may find another swarm there.

Best wishes,
Ed