[gconran]

Mine did the same thing too. Looks like absconding, but my queen is still in her cage. Came back later - all seems well (still not being friendly to queen, so I won't release her yet). Weird day too, for my 5 day old hive...

 

[devdog108]

sure they werent orienting......? I have HUGE orientation flights that I hav emistaken for swarming before....

 

[Dale]

Some of my new packages did the same thing 3 days after installing them. It was in the mid 80's, they were orientating but it was hot in those 8 frames. I found that some packages drifted and made crowded situations. They were hot, so we added a second deep and they immediately started drawing comb. They are kick'n hive's already.

 

[Monie]

They are kick'n hive's already.

LOL! I like that. Welcome, Dale.

Beeman, sounds like they were orienting.

 

[MSUbeeman]

Thanks for all the help everybody, orienting makes much more sense. Being a first time beekeeper I freak out every time I see something new. They are looking great today however, and are hard at work on this beautiful day.

 

[BEES4U]

Orientation flights are a blessing to behold in bee keeping!
Ernie