Ah, the smoker. I love the sight of a lazy curl of smoke drifting out of a well-lit smoker. But if you’ve been keeping bees long, you’ve also experienced the utter frustration of a poorly lit, poorly working smoker going...
Simply put, if you are in the northern half of the US, or areas with significant amounts of snowfall, it’s a good idea to cover up the screened bottom boards for the winter.
There are a lot of pros, and a few cons to screened bottom boards. In general, both screened or solid can work, and you won’t hurt your bees no matter which you choose. Bees in the wild live in spaces...
Learn the step-by-step process of lighting a smoker for the perfect barbecue experience. Expert tips and techniques for achieving delicious smoky flavors.
