All the 5, previously indoor hives, were moved out at 7am and allowed to acclimate for 3 hours to the colder outside temperatures before removing the wire mesh. We do not want bees pouring out of the hive into 20F temperatures. Around 1pm, 40F, the hives showed activity and began their orientation and cleansing flights. All hives have good activity at the entrances. Once we get into April, the 3 campus hives will be returned to their location on the campus berm. Temperatures this week will show highs possibly around 70F. We will be doing inspections and evaluations.
