AC's Bees

AC's Bees Hi, My name is Archer Caden and I keep bees. My first hive was gifted to me by my grandparents when I turned 9. I love my bees!

They have been very busy (as bees usually are) producing loads of lovely honey that I can't wait to share with you!

05/10/2026
05/10/2026

May 8, 2026: Looks like our original bees took off to find a new home. Even though they were still around last month, it was a long winter and a late spring. Next year, we’ll be sure to feed them some syrup if the first flowers are late to bloom.
We installed two new nucs at the bee yard. Hope they’re happy in their new hives!

06/02/2025

May 29, 2025: Along with the rest of Ontario beekeepers, we had a 50% colony loss this year. That means only one of our two hives survived. Our “Grail” hive was successful but unfortunately our “Palazzo” hive wasn’t. Because of so many losses in the community, we couldn’t get a new nuc of bees in time to start up the Palazzo hive, so instead we ordered a new queen bee. We have never split a hive and introduced a new queen before and there are many ways to do it. We planned and did our best and are hoping that the new queen and the 10 workers she came with, are going to be happy in their new home!

Honey bears: $10 each
05/24/2025

Honey bears: $10 each

10/06/2024

September 21, 2024: A busy day of productivity under the sun! We diligently dug, weeded, hatcheted and levelled a sturdy brick base for the Palazzo (brown lidded) hive, relocating it about a metre to the left.
This is the first time we’ve attempted to harvest honey solo! We carefully used an air blower to clear the bees from the upper honey supers' frames. We left empty boxes nearby for the bees to reclaim and recycle remaining honey, comb or propolis. Entrusting our frames to John at Oxford Honey yielded a promising 20-30 pounds. Initially, we anticipated none! John also shared his expertise on processing substantial honey harvests. Our conversations with fellow beekeepers continually fuel our understanding and interest!

10/06/2024

September 14, 2024: Honey and hive check! There’s a lot of capped honey and the boxes are HEAVY! We spoke to John at Oxford Honey and he’s recommended we take the top box off in preparation for winter and assures we’ll still have a lot of food for the bees. They may even swarm next year.
We also discussed our slanting Palazzo hive (brown lidded hive), and he agreed that it should be fixed before the winter. Fixing the slant means building a new flat base on the hill at the current location and completely dismantling and replacing the hive, box by box.
It’s also time to harvest our liquid gold. This is our first time doing this solo! Next weekend will be a big one!

10/06/2024

August 13, 2024: Our bees are thriving! The honey flows and frames fill up, a stark contrast to last year. With two supers on, we must plan for winter. Seeking advice from mentors and fellow beekeepers will ensure we make the most of this surplus. Their experience and willingness to share knowledge are invaluable. The abundance of propolis is a bonus, boasting antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties. This natural marvel has far-reaching benefits, from health remedies to craftsmanship. Beekeepers know that without the right tools, propolis would hinder hive investigation. The Palazzo hive's unique characteristics, like spider returnees and diligent guard bees, remind us that every hive holds surprises. Beekeeping's dynamic nature keeps us engaged and curious.

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