Are the Honey Bees Alive or Dead, The Way To Bee Update, Top-Bar, Layens, Hive 44 visited.

March 4th of 2026 the sun is up and temps are at 52 f. Let's check in on the apiary and see how a hard winter impacted colonies here in NW Pennsylvania. I pay particular attention to high-risk colonies - The Bee-Mindful Top-Bar hive, Hive #44 nucleus stack with only hive top insulation, Apimaye, Propola, and Horizontal hives. There is an observation hive dead-out, and a blocked entrance on the Ivry-B Observation Hive. Hive Alive Fondant, ask for the FRED10 Discount, they actually give you one. I think the Hive Alive fondant packets definitely helped some colonies over that harsh winter stretch we went through this year. Shopping? Always ask for "The Frederick Dunn Discount." It can't hurt, and many viewers have reported that many sellers will make concessions on the spot. At the very worst, you'll pay the same as everyone else. I invite you to support our Veterans, every little bit counts: https://hivesforheroes.org/ Join the conversation, The Way To Bee Fellowship:   / 3062274013832702   Listen to The Way To Bee Podcast while you work: https://frederickdunn.podbean.com/ This channel is always FREE. Many viewers have asked how they can support my work. Here is my Patreon Page: (All donations go directly into developing the content you see here.) Thank you! patreon.com/user?u=27025526 MERCHANDISE, I do have shirts, coffee cups, and canvas bags that I branded and designed The Way To Bee. https://freds-fine-products.creator-s... #frederickdunn #thewaytobee #honeybees #backyardbeekeeping #beekeepingequipment #hives