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    No one can say the life of a bee wrangler is a dull one. Heck, some days I even surprise myself with all the things that I do and get done during the day and this video is a pretty good example of one of those days. I hope you enjoy it. Thanks for watching. God's peace to all.
    Mr. Ed

Komentáře • 171

  • @628DirtRooster
    @628DirtRooster Před 17 dny +27

    As easy as that soffit job looked, it's still tough work with such limited access. I would have had to tape Pete to an extension pole and shoved him up in there. I can hear him now... AAAaaaa these nails are scraping my back!!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 16 dny +10

      Still, you got to love being able to do a cut out lying down and not having the hive directly above you. I almost took a nap up there. Poor Pete! God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

    • @honeybeehandyman4254
      @honeybeehandyman4254 Před 14 dny

      Tha smaller the hands the better

    • @MSmith-jx3mi
      @MSmith-jx3mi Před 13 dny

      Hey Randy! He's made DirtRooser remote bee collector container 2.0!
      Great improvement Jeff!

  • @donnasbabygirl79
    @donnasbabygirl79 Před 14 dny +11

    I think the reason why they stay in the basket as opposed to the plastic bucket is because they have ventilation issues with the plastic bucket. They can breathe through the basket better.

    • @kathysarmcandy1992
      @kathysarmcandy1992 Před 13 dny

      And it's got some grip, feels like a safe place. Genius idea. Home Depot has them for $15.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 11 dny +2

      I tend to agree with that. As the basket is breathable, the bees are less confused when put inside of it. Whatever the reason why, I'm really glad it works that way. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

    • @donnasbabygirl79
      @donnasbabygirl79 Před 7 dny

      @@JeffHorchoff I’m thinking that maybe it would work better for the bees if they were to come out with a bee vac with this kinda basket instead of the bucket. I’m sure when you have a large hive you need to get out of a house that it would work best for the bees to have more ventilation and not be stacked on top of each other.

  • @amyjesko9434
    @amyjesko9434 Před 14 dny +2

    You and Charlie are video GOLD❤

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      So sweet of you to say so, thank you very much Amy. Until the next one, God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

  • @marybarratt2649
    @marybarratt2649 Před 14 dny +2

    What a lovely life you have Mr Ed. Another enjoyable video. Also, I’ve called my new dog Wreck-it Ralph, for obvious reasons. 😊

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      I am a very blessed man. I'm going to tell Ralph you named your dog in his honor, he's going to love that! Thanks for watching. God's peace Mary.
      Mr. Ed

  • @Jeff_and_Jenny_M
    @Jeff_and_Jenny_M Před 11 dny +1

    Jeff, I'm having a hard time recognizing you in that nice white bee jacket! I'll keep watching! - Jeff

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 10 dny

      Good news, it ain't white no more. That did not take long. Thanks for watching. God's peace Jeff.
      Mr. Ed

  • @aCanadianBeekeepersBlog
    @aCanadianBeekeepersBlog Před 14 dny +6

    Great video! Excellent way to start the day with my 1st cup of coffee ☕️

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 11 dny +1

      And what a great way for me to start my day, reading a comment from the Great Canadian Beekeeper! A real pleasure for me to know you spend some of your very valuable time watching my antics. I hope all is well up north and the farm life is good. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @philaandrew100
    @philaandrew100 Před 17 dny +6

    Nice. Two in one day. Dirtrooster will have to lift his game😂 The Chooks were happy with their treat, love how they sing when they are happy.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 17 dny +3

      He is whopping up real good on me right now, I bet he has a 5 swarm lead right now. I laugh so hard when I call the chickens and they come a running. They really know when I have something for them. Thanks for watching God's peace Phil.
      Mr. Ed

  • @susanburnett6123
    @susanburnett6123 Před 13 dny

    It’s always fun to watch you and Charlie. I think it is because you like hat you do and love those girls.

  • @bcjoey9944
    @bcjoey9944 Před 14 dny +4

    Two interesting wrangles. You do it all! Have a good weekend Jeff!

  • @timmorris7022
    @timmorris7022 Před 14 dny +1

    Sunrise is the best time of the day !Yep always positive vids Jeff ,you keep me going!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny +1

      I have been a morning person since I was a small child. Thanks for watching. God's peace Tim.
      Mr. Ed

  • @TanksInSpace_
    @TanksInSpace_ Před 14 dny +3

    if you make a round hole in a wooden plate, put it on the vacuum, and put the hive on it the bees will climb up into the hive in a few hours and the dirt stays in the vacuum.
    ( Saw it on AusieMikesBees, he also used a mesh laundry basket to catch swarms on the road (takes up less space in the car)

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      I will give it a try, thanks for the suggestion. Also, thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

  • @brucekaminskimd3417
    @brucekaminskimd3417 Před 14 dny +2

    Good Morning Mr Ed, We loved the chickens and did not know the chickens could have those leftovers !! Great video, as always. ya'll have a good weekend, ya hear!

  • @bwithaitch1
    @bwithaitch1 Před 14 dny +1

    You guys wook so well together.❤

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      We are like an old married couple, we've been together for years and we still enjoy each others company. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

    • @bwithaitch1
      @bwithaitch1 Před 13 dny

      @JeffHorchoff your welcome I am in canada and have watch lots of your videos. Keep up the entertainmen!

  • @DustyCountryRoad
    @DustyCountryRoad Před 12 dny +2

    Thats cool jeff thanks for the tip on how to use the wax scrap to give the chickens a treat

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 11 dny +1

      It's the drone brood that the chickens love, and I love feeding it to them as they enjoy it so much. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace

    • @DustyCountryRoad
      @DustyCountryRoad Před 11 dny

      Thanks for the reply Jeff been a sub for years I just don't comment alot your video have help me so much over the last two years since I caught my first swarm. Last year I'm in ohio. An I have caught 3 now this spring. God bless you an yours an thank you

  • @GEEZBEEZ
    @GEEZBEEZ Před 16 dny +5

    Nice day. I’ve got to set me up a basket like yours. Amazed they stay in it so well. Take care. God bless!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 15 dny +2

      The basket works unbelievably. That was the third time I used it and each time it preformed the exact same way. You are going to be impressed with it. Thank you for your blessings and for watching. God's peace Garry.
      Mr. Ed

  • @lewiemcneely9143
    @lewiemcneely9143 Před 14 dny

    GOOD FOR YALL! 2 at a time! A Jesus weekend to you both and God Bless Yall!

  • @kariiremiriam2266
    @kariiremiriam2266 Před 14 dny +1

    I loved it on the roof...

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny +1

      The first time I had to lie on my back to do a removal. I almost took a nap. Thanks for watching. God's peace Miriam.
      Mr. Ed

    • @kariiremiriam2266
      @kariiremiriam2266 Před 13 dny

      ❤️❤️❤️

  • @illumi-Nate
    @illumi-Nate Před 14 dny +1

    U should make a temporary hive cover with a circle cut out that your basket could be tipped upside down on.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      Good suggestion, thank you for that and for watching. Until the next time, God's peace Nate.
      Mr. Ed

  • @ProffesionalZombie12
    @ProffesionalZombie12 Před 17 dny +3

    The world would be a much better place if communities lived like this. Religious or no, the most sustainable future is the most organic one.
    Also, these ladies are lovely. Great colony for cultivating sweet bees.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 16 dny +2

      I'm a really big fan of gentle bees, and we certainly got that this time. Congratulations on being gifted a membership to my channel, I hope you will enjoy the perks. Thanks for watching. God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

  • @Weshole5W
    @Weshole5W Před 14 dny +1

    Good morning Mr. Ed!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      Good morning to you as well, and thanks so much for taking the time to watch the video. Until the next one, God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @Burntbranchcreekbees
    @Burntbranchcreekbees Před 17 dny +5

    That hood thing looked like what a certain Texas beeper might do! 😂 God bless fellas!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 17 dny +1

      For sure! Thank you for your blessings and for watching. God's peace Russ.
      Mr. Ed

    • @Jackflash219
      @Jackflash219 Před 14 dny

      The next onlybees beekeeper. 😂

  • @lambbrookfarm4528
    @lambbrookfarm4528 Před 13 dny +1

    Mug up from central NH, where it's 44 degrees at 6:11 am. Temperature should raise to the mid 60s today and the dandelions are just starting to bloom....no mow May, or in my case, maybe no mow summer...we will see how that goes. I like the basket, I will be adding one to my swarm kit. It's always a pleasure to see you guys. Thanks for sharing, take care and Charlie, show us the fish!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny +1

      I got it off of Amazon for about 15 bucks, you will be surprised how great it works. God's peace Brice.
      Mr. Ed

  • @tealkerberus748
    @tealkerberus748 Před 14 dny +2

    You're always such a wellspring of sunshine in these vids. I'm smiling even before I start watching, simply because I know it's going to be happy content.

  • @cheneysherry50
    @cheneysherry50 Před 17 dny +3

    Great job it is kinda weird. That they like the basket. Oh my those are alot of bees. God bless.❤

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 17 dny +3

      One day I am going to figure out why the bees like the basket and won't fly out of it. Still, it's really cool! Thank you for your blessings and for watching. God's peace Sherry.
      Mr. Ed

  • @tammybrazeau1213
    @tammybrazeau1213 Před 14 dny +2

    Awesome job... great bunch of bees in a tree
    Looks like there were some mudbees up in that soffit at one time

    • @kimberlyjeanne9456
      @kimberlyjeanne9456 Před 13 dny +1

      Are those bees? My parents always called them mud hornets. They'd build those tubes in the rafters of our patio roof every year

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      It is amazing where you will find a mud dobbers nest, and very often you will find them where you find a bee hive. Thanks for watching. God's peace Tammy.
      Mr. Ed

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      No, the are a type of wasp, but to my knowledge, they do not sting. God's peace Kimberly.
      Mr. Ed

  • @heehaw8401
    @heehaw8401 Před 14 dny +1

    Visited the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers, GA, recently. Not many monks there, which is sad. Such a beautiful and peaceful place.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      I spent a week with them about 15 years ago, wonderful place but I did not like praying at 3 a m every morning. The decline of monks in monasteries is very common place these days which is why every day I pray for an increase in vocations to the religious life. Thanks for watching. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @Phil_86
    @Phil_86 Před 17 dny +3

    That was very cool! Two swarms and everything went well. Thats the first I've seen anyone use the mesh basket on a tree swarm. Thats thinking out side the box, or plastic bucket..LOL!! Hope you both had a good lunch. God Bless!!!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 17 dny +4

      I saw a video on it last year and was really impressed by it. Then, just a few weeks ago my buddy Mike Barry used it with the same results. That was enough proof I needed and I bought one. Sure enough, it really works. Thank you for your blessing and for watching. God's peace Phil.
      Mr. Ed

  • @user-jm7mb8tp2q
    @user-jm7mb8tp2q Před 17 dny +4

    Lucky chickens!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 17 dny

      Hey Robert! And I'm a blessed man to be able to have so much fun with them and the bees. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @user-gw4mg9cq7d
    @user-gw4mg9cq7d Před 14 dny +4

    The best thing to do is to ask for grace and blessings from our Lord and King, Jesus Christ of Nazareth, to whom be all glory

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +2

      I do it through out the entire day, it is the source of my strength. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

    • @user-gw4mg9cq7d
      @user-gw4mg9cq7d Před 12 dny +1

      @@JeffHorchoff 🌷

  • @josephrawls
    @josephrawls Před 12 dny +1

    Hey thanks for the double feature.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 11 dny

      I hope you had some buttered pop corn and a tall drink to enjoy while watching. God's peace Joey.
      Mr. Ed

  • @Joeybagofdonuts76
    @Joeybagofdonuts76 Před 17 dny +3

    I missed the live Saturday. 😢.
    Hope you're having a great day.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 17 dny +1

      Sorry you missed the live show, but you can still catch the video even though it is not the same thing. Every day I get to wrangle bees is a great day! Thanks for watching, and until the next one, God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @DRIECUTHoney
    @DRIECUTHoney Před 14 dny +3

    I wonder if they stay in the basket because they can get good purchase on the sides compared to a slick bucket. They can also see out the sides.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      A very good possibility, but whatever the reason, the wire basket is the way to get a swarm down! Thanks for watching. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @richardgrumpywelsh2485
    @richardgrumpywelsh2485 Před 14 dny +2

    This wass another great video, Working on the rake of the roof is tough, The forklift was much easyer. The first bees showed up in my garden on 5-1. God bless you guys

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      Thank you Richard, and God's peace to you as well.
      Mr. Ed

  • @ClaudemirHonorio-yu5ou

    Hello Mr Ed,muito trabalho com as abelhas,mais muita alegria também, que Deus abençoe seu trabalho,tamo junto.🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝

  • @larryliedner9026
    @larryliedner9026 Před 14 dny +1

    I suspect if you build swarm boxes using ventilated buckets, you can win the competition with the rooster w/o breaking a sweat

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      The guy is already at a disadvantage in the challenge, I can't let him give up. Still I like the idea. God's peace Larry.
      Mr. Ed

  • @tommychew6544
    @tommychew6544 Před 14 dny

    Great episode!

  • @MERRLINN
    @MERRLINN Před 14 dny +1

    Another great video

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      And you are always a great viewer....and contributor. Thank you so much Larry for your support. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @jerry2593
    @jerry2593 Před 14 dny +1

    Hello Jeff. The wife and I really enjoy your videos! Keep them coming. You were concerned about the insulation and you wanted to find the queen so maybe use a white sheet next time. Lay the sheet out flat then set the hive on the edge of the sheet with the entrance facing where the bees will be. Spray the bees with a little sugar water in the vacuum to discourage them from flying then carefully dump them on the sheet. Most won't fly so you would be able to find the queen plus most of the insulation would be left in the vac and what little was on the bees they would clean off of themselves. Put the caged queen in the hive and before long the rest will join her. Even if you don't see the queen at first you should spot her during the march into the hive.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      Great suggestion Jerry, don't be surprised if you see me use it in the future. Thanks for watching. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @brettellis1837
    @brettellis1837 Před 14 dny +1

    Lol got to love ya brook brooks mine get slop lol .

  • @MeanOlNana
    @MeanOlNana Před 14 dny +3

    Mr Ed laying down on the job 🤣

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      Just trying to catch a quick nap! Thanks for watching. God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

  • @edwardclark5211
    @edwardclark5211 Před 14 dny +1

    Dream Big brother 🙏

  • @sissy8563
    @sissy8563 Před 11 dny +1

    I really got into the bee stuff after my Boston baby got attacked by some other dogs and they ate her back feet up. I thought for sure I was going to have to have her put to sleep due to the damage, I didn't think they would be able to save her back legs. But the vet had me bring her in every 2/3 days they would take her old bandages off and do this thing called sugar /wet treatment. And it was Honey they were using on her legs. They were able to save one, now I keep raw uncut honey around. Sure enough a week ago she scrapped up her one good back leg and irritated her old scar so I put that honey on it, wrapped it up within like 4 days she was running around like nothing was wrong. I knew honey was good for you and has healing stuff in it, but never knew it was good for wounds .. ❤❤❤

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 11 dny

      Because honey is the only natural substance that bacteria will not grow in, it's uses in the medical field are being used more and more every day. I'm so happy to hear your puppy made a remarkable recovery. God's peace Sissy.
      Mr. Ed

  • @eddevault4604
    @eddevault4604 Před 14 dny +1

    Hi Ed…..I’m glad you can’t figure it out either….It defies logic but I made a swarm catcher out of a “painters pole-and wire basket similar to the same type that you used….with the same results when I catch a swarm….the bees want to remain in the basket…unlike any thing else that I have used prior to it….

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      It's a real mystery, but I'm sure someone will be able to explain it. I bet Professor Fred Dunn can. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Ed.
      Mr. Ed

  • @warbird1192
    @warbird1192 Před 14 dny +1

    what's with the suspenders lately Charlie? lol Can't wait to come wrangle with you guys. you shouldn't have all the fun. love you guys ! God bless and so many thanks for sharing .

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      Charlie says he makes those suspenders look good! We have lots of cut outs lined up, come on down, we could use the help! Thanks for watching. God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

  • @apveening
    @apveening Před 14 dny +2

    With all the insulation vacuumed up, I would have dumped the bees (and the insulation) on a tarp or sheet and have the bees march into the hive. As a side benefit it will give you a good chance to spot and catch the queen.

    • @peteGbee
      @peteGbee Před 14 dny

      thanks for giving Jeff tips on how to deal with cut outs I'm sure he didn't know this lol

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 11 dny +2

      There are so many ways of doing the same job, and your suggestion is a good one, I'm just set in my habits and satisfied with the outcome of my actions. You know the saying, it's hard to teach old dogs new tricks. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

    • @apveening
      @apveening Před 11 dny +1

      @@JeffHorchoff Fair point.

  • @rickboundy8984
    @rickboundy8984 Před 14 dny +1

    Good Time Charlie needs to change his name to Blisters!

  • @heatherisrael4071
    @heatherisrael4071 Před 14 dny +1

    Every time I watch you with the bee vac, I am just enthralled with it!! A most wonderful piece of equipment!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      It is my most useful tool in the arsenal of bee wrangling equipment. Thanks for watching. God's peace Heather.
      Mr. Ed

  • @horsetuna
    @horsetuna Před 14 dny +1

    At 40 feet and already too many hives, I'd have left it!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny +1

      Old habits die hard. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @birdnest5814
    @birdnest5814 Před 14 dny

    Did you catch a quick nap while you were laying down? Great job on both captures. Blessings, Mr Ed🙏😊💕👍👏😴

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny +1

      I did, but I edited that part out. Thank you for your blessings and for watching. Until the next one, God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

  • @nuggzilla1695
    @nuggzilla1695 Před 14 dny +1

    Love you guys. God bless

  • @user-wf9xo1mu4z
    @user-wf9xo1mu4z Před 14 dny +1

    Maybe that wire basket work like a Faraday cage protecting bees from electromagnetic fields. Maybe they like it.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      A very good possibility, and one I had not even considered. Thanks for watching. God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

  • @SweetButDeadly101
    @SweetButDeadly101 Před 13 dny +1

    Jeff & GT Charlie, you two just make me smile! I want to come and hang out with you all day! But, on a serious note here... I worry about you two climbing on the roof and cutting comb out above your head level. It would make all of us very sad if either of you were to have an accident and, well, you ain't spring chickens any more. Can we organise some safety gear for you? Sending love and blessings your way from Australia xxx

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny +1

      Your concern for our safety is very much appreciated as well as for all the time you spend following along with our bee wrangling adventures. Let me assure you, we both are extremely cautious when we do our job, and the risks involved are considered before taking action. Thank you for your blessings and love. God's peace always.
      Mr. Ed

  • @sybilreneemcgowan1472
    @sybilreneemcgowan1472 Před 14 dny +1

    I think I see BARE SKIN between the bee suit and your pants! Are the bees being polite? No stings? I like Charlie’s tuck in shirt and suspenders.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      No bear skin, it's just the color of my t-shirt. These are some very gentle bees. Neither Charlie or I got one sting this time. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Sybil.
      Mr. Ed

  • @gibbymcintyre3023
    @gibbymcintyre3023 Před 14 dny +1

    Finally it's Friday with another Great show to start my day. Thank you for your reply about my Grandfather and I bee chasing in Vermont. I think it was God that let me be 10 yrs old again through a dream, a day or so after your reply. Mr Ed and Good Time Charlie you guys are doing great works 💪 helping to save our environment. I want to write to you guys about an epic event about my Grandfather and I chasing Bee's----- or was it the other way around ? if you don't mind.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      Love to read it, God's peace Gibby.
      Mr. Ed

  • @evanhofmeyr-tg1gl
    @evanhofmeyr-tg1gl Před 14 dny +1

    Hi mr Edd

  • @donstanley8514
    @donstanley8514 Před 14 dny +1

    I have the same basket set up ., I put a little lemongrass oil in the basket. I love it.!!!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      I like the lemon grass oil touch, I think I will do the same thing. Thanks for watching. God's peace Don.
      Mr. Ed

  • @user-ou2gy2ij6v
    @user-ou2gy2ij6v Před 14 dny +1

    Beautiful chickens

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      And they make some tasty eggs...especially after eating drone larva. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Rhonea.
      Mr. Ed

  • @illumi-Nate
    @illumi-Nate Před 14 dny

    Here in ohio we would put milk on that & have us some cereal.. just kidding! That's a good idea for chicken feed !

  • @annettehawkins8467
    @annettehawkins8467 Před 17 dny +3

    Great video! Do you have to worry about the insulation getting into the honey? Or is your processing of the honey get it out? God bless you!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 16 dny +2

      As the bees cap the honey cells there is no need for worrying about contamination of any sort. However, if the comb is dropped, it can easily pick up the insulation and would be contaminated at that point. Thank you for your blessings, support, and kindness toward me Annette. God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

  • @monkeyboy4746
    @monkeyboy4746 Před 14 dny +2

    I think I would have let those bees be, too high. Put a box on the ground and see if they come to it.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      Since I have access to a lift, it was worth using it. Under different circumstances I would have left the swarm alone. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @joshzembower856
    @joshzembower856 Před 14 dny +1

    Think you could craft a swarm trap if some kind from the metal baskets since they seem to like it?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      Though the bees stay in the basket, when it comes to a trap, they prefer total darkness. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Josh.
      Mr. Ed

  • @samuelbrainsample
    @samuelbrainsample Před 14 dny +1

    I wonder if the bees like the wire basket because it resembles honeycomb?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      That is quite possible, great thought. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Samuel.
      Mr. Ed

  • @jareddoucet1656
    @jareddoucet1656 Před 17 dny +2

    Good morning Mr Ed! Did you get my email? Be blessed and be a blessing!!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 17 dny +2

      I did, and I will be calling you this week. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @user-el3qr8jd5z
    @user-el3qr8jd5z Před 14 dny

    Thanks to all of you !!!! xoxoxoxoxo

  • @colly1952
    @colly1952 Před 14 dny +1

    M. Edd, have you thought about training a couple of young monks to care for and wrangle bees?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      I've done more than just think about it, I am actively trying to get it into motion. The real issue is there are not enough monks to do the jobs that need getting done, and keeping bees is not high on the priority list. Still, there is some interest and it may happen. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Colly.
      Mr. Ed

  • @bobk4249
    @bobk4249 Před 3 dny +1

    Where did you get the basket I like it

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 3 dny +1

      I ordered it off of Amazon, the item is listed below:
      Rubbermaid Commercial Products Concept Collection Mesh Metal Trash Can, 5-Gallon, Fits Under Desk, Silver, Wastebasket for School/Office/Home/Bathroom
      God's peace Bob.
      Mr. Ed

  • @garyRt23Bees
    @garyRt23Bees Před 14 dny

    Those didn't look like waxed frames you added to that swarm box! LOL Just pulling your leg a little !

  • @steveminer5293
    @steveminer5293 Před 14 dny +1

    Maybe its because they have a means to grip on and stay in place?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      Very possible, and another logical reason. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Steve.
      Mr. Ed

  • @cgallagher2112
    @cgallagher2112 Před 11 dny +1

    Wow, that comb was clean. How old about was that comb? Did the tree swarm have a queen or will they make one??

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 10 dny

      Some really nice comb from these bees, but whenever you have a relatively new swarm, the comb is ALWAYS beautiful. Yes, the swarm did have a queen and they are doing very well in their bee hive. Thanks for watching. God's peace Carol.
      Mr. Ed

  • @bigangelman
    @bigangelman Před 14 dny +1

    That is dangerous with a forklift when you are.on a solid floor, outside on uneven ground! That could tip over in a second!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      As we were on very level, hard ground, there was no danger of the machine falling over. However, anytime you get lifted up in a lift of any sort, there are inherent dangers. Thank you for your concern and for watching. Also, I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Tom.
      Mr. Ed

  • @brucemoffatt
    @brucemoffatt Před 14 dny +1

    Hello Mr Ed. Do you know what gauge is the mesh on that wire basket please? The way those bees hang onto the inside like that makes me think of a wicker skep.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny +1

      I do not know the mesh size, but I do agree with the idea of the similarity of a wicker skep. God's peace Bruce.
      Mr. Ed

  • @user-rh9my1rd9q
    @user-rh9my1rd9q Před 14 dny +3

    Charley, when is lunch???!!!

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 11 dny

      If Charlie had his way, it would be 4 times a day. Thanks for watching. God's peace Bryan.
      Mr. Ed

  • @danrossell6375
    @danrossell6375 Před 14 dny +1

    I suspect they stay in the wire basket because their situation hasn’t changed all that much. They are still exposed to the open air as they were in the swarm mass.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      A very good possibility, and one I had not even considered. Thanks for watching. God's peace Dan.
      Mr. Ed

  • @davexander4142
    @davexander4142 Před 14 dny +1

    Can I have a bee hive inside a large 40'x30' chicken pen?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      I do not see why you could not, I place hives under structures all the time and they do very well. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Dave.
      Mr. Ed

    • @davexander4142
      @davexander4142 Před 12 dny

      @@JeffHorchoff you're the best! Appreciate you and all that you do for the bee community! Thank you for your response, your message made my day. I've been watching for a few years now, great stuff! My cats name is Charlie, and my wife wonders why I call him Good Time Charlie! 🙏

  • @dennistaylor7653
    @dennistaylor7653 Před 14 dny +2

    What is the final filter media you use to get the (dirt) out of the wax?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 11 dny +1

      There is no filter, just repeating the process cleans the wax up. Generally, I will remelt 2 or 3 times and after that, it is as clean as I need to get it. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Dennis.
      Mr. Ed

  • @nfboogaard
    @nfboogaard Před 13 dny +1

    Maybe the bees like the basket because the mesh reminds them of the honeycomb structure, or maybe they don't feel so trapped because of the airflow. Very curious though!
    Greetings from sodom and gomorra (Amsterdam) ✌🏼🇳🇱✌🏼

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      I'm leaning to something to do with airflow, to me, that makes the most sense. Thanks for watching. God's peace Nielsi.
      Mr. Ed

  • @aldraway
    @aldraway Před 14 dny +1

    🇸🇦👍

  • @user-ot4ro5gd6u
    @user-ot4ro5gd6u Před 13 dny +1

    Jeff, since some of those pieces of insulation are too small to be seen, how do you make sure the tiniest pieces of insulation are note mixed with the honey when you remove it from the frames?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      As long as the piece of comb does not come into contact with any insulation it is perfectly fine. God's peace Ray.
      Mr. Ed

  • @dapfury
    @dapfury Před 10 dny +1

    Hey Mr Ed, do yall have a scoreboard anywhere that we can keep track of how many swarms are caught each season between you and the fellows?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 9 dny

      No scoreboards are used. We figure that as beekeepers, and being so honest and trustworthy as we are, we just take our word on the capture. Of course, a picture is required. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace brother.
      'Mr. Ed

  • @PeterStuckey
    @PeterStuckey Před 14 dny +1

    Jeff what design do you have for your bee vac?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny

      I now use the Everything Bee Vac exclusively. It's lightweight, battery powered, and does not kill bees. You can check it out for yourself by going to the website at:
      allmybees.com
      Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Peter.
      Mr. Ed

  • @gallowaylights
    @gallowaylights Před 14 dny +2

    00:07:18 boy, you're tall😂

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 12 dny +1

      It's just a trick of smoke and mirrors. Thanks for watching. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

  • @larryliedner9026
    @larryliedner9026 Před 14 dny

    So this is your secret to making HONEY GARLIC chicken

  • @JK-dj1zj
    @JK-dj1zj Před 14 dny +1

    You've got your work cut out for ya.

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      Yes indeed, and yet, it's just another day in the life of a bee wrangler. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace.
      Mr. Ed

  • @paulschaefer5241
    @paulschaefer5241 Před 14 dny +1

    I've been watching your videos for some time now. I get the impression that you are one of the guys who don't buy bees but instead raise local bees. Do you ever treat for mites? Or do you just not worry about them?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      I don't treat for mites. Yes, we have them, but the load is not as heavy as in other parts of our country. Thanks for watching. God's peace Paul.
      Mr. Ed

  • @moondog4313
    @moondog4313 Před 14 dny +1

    Want that insulation ruin the honey?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny +1

      As long as the comb I remove does not come in contact with the insulation, the honey is just fine. Thanks for watching. God's peace brother.
      Mr. Ed

    • @moondog4313
      @moondog4313 Před 13 dny

      @@JeffHorchoffok good, thanks

  • @barbeonline351
    @barbeonline351 Před 14 dny +1

    If my thought is flawed, just ignore it.
    But you use the rendering kettle and end up with the mass of dried dross. Why not do that work wet?
    You strain off the wax into the bucket. Maybe then you put a few gallons of fresh cold water in the kettle and start warming it. Pull the screen and rinse it out in the water. Melt the wax off the strainer, etc.
    Turn the kettle off and drain the kettle into a bucket via the wide open tap. Run a hose into the kettle and rinse out the last of the dross.
    Give it to the chickens fresh and wet. And maybe any dregs of wax the bees will rob?
    I am probably missing many reasons to undercut my thinking. But I can't get passed the notion of that the garbage wants to float. Why not exploit that feature?

    • @JeffHorchoff
      @JeffHorchoff  Před 13 dny

      The garbage does float, but all the dirt sinks to the bottom. I have worked for years trying to streamline the rendering process, and for now, I am very happy with the process of separating the wax from the trash and leaving mostly trash behind. Still, I appreciate you sharing your ideas for my consideration. Thank you for that and for watching. God's peace Barbe.
      Mr. Ed