This is my first year beekeeping. I have a small urban yard in Salt Lake City and I introduced a package of Italians into a Langstroth hive on April 16. I am interested in organic/sustainable practices.
So far bees & beekeepers are entertaining & beekeeping a bit mysterious. I am slowly discovering local beekeepers & various associations, forums, books -- it's almost overwhelming but still fun. If I am in your area, please invite me to visit your bees!
I've decided the “traditional” Langstroth hive is not for me so I'm exploring hive options before I get into too much more trouble. I can't believe I jumped into this knowing so little.
Ah, well, I'm here!
Susan
(Salt Lake City, Utah, USA)