Karen Mulcahy

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Congratulations! If you are moving less than a few miles, put some twigs and leaves in the entrance and  by the time they sort it out and reorient, they are usually fine. Or move on a rainy day, it amounts to the same. The other suggestions are not incorrect either, but it is unlikely they will, get 'pissed off'.

Take a look at aerial views when you are placing them. Chances are, there are plenty of resources for them. Trees and shrubs especially provide a lot per unit area. Plant clover only if you like clover honey or to build them up past honey harvest. I do not like clover honey personally.

If you have not kept bees before, or not for a number or years, find a mentor. Bee School is extremely helpful as well.

Finally, there are at least n + 1 ways of beekeeping, where n is the number of beekeepers.
3 months ago
For the love of nature, where this is invasive, use it for non-living purposes only.

It destroys Southern woodlands. Not exaggerating.

Use it for kindling, firewood, anything you build that needs straight, strong wood. Handles, good for some wood turning and is beautiful. Bushcraft uses abound. It will even burn from green wood if shaved although better left to dry a few minutes.
Biochar, garden stakes, fencing....
6 months ago