Another day and two more installations. Rachel at Highgate and Keith in Beaconsfield were the happy recipients of their new hives and bees.
During the process of installing Keiths bees, it was fascinating to witness how the bees on the inside of the hive tell the ones on the outside, that they need to come in as this is their new home. Some bees in the hive line the entrance, stick their bums out and flap their wings and project the queens pheromones out towards the flying bees. Fantastically efficient method of rounding them all up. It took less than 20 minutes for all the bees flying around outside to have found their new front door.
Great news today in that Notting Hill Prep school confirmed their order. I think they may well be buying a few junior bee suits, so the children can look up close during the various visits. I will also be giving a quick talk in assembly on bees etc as way of an introduction. Thrilled to be doing a school, as children seem to have far less fear. The process and rewards are not only educational but satisfying for pupils and teachers alike.
Delayed installations tomorrow for Chris and Michelle. The world cup also starts tomorrow. Personally, I will be following Group Bee !
