[Leroy]

Would a top bar hive be a good way to start?

I have no idea even how to sart. With bees.
The advantages l see for myself. With a top bar avoids alot of bending over and lifting.

I have a time with little black ants too.

The other thing is that I have a lot of scrap lumber that would work well to build the hive boxes and bars.
I am cheep and poor too. LOL
Any suggestions or ideas ? Pros or cons?