Bears, what can we do?

Bears are attacked to the protein of the larva within the hive, not the honey.  Honey is just icing on the cake.

So, the bear can damage your apiary at anytime.

It's my belief that, we as beekeepers, have a duty to protect our bees as well the bear.

DNR fencing design

Here are a few resources to help with building a proper electric fencing to protect your apiary.

  1. Minnesota DNR - Prevent Damage to Beehives with an Energized Fence. 🔗
  2. Minnesota Bear Sightings outside of its primary range. 🔗
  3. Minnesota Beekeepers Association - Bear Damage Resources 🔗
  4. Register with Swarm to be alerted of Swarms in your area. 🔗
  5. Michigan State University - Keep your bees safe from bears. 🔗
  6. BearWise an organization to help live in bear areas. 🔗

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