Bees All Day!! Feral Bees In A Garage, Bees In A Shed & Bees In A Bird House I've Dubbed Bird Hive

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How we would love to make our lives one big adventure! Sadly we can't but on days when we're not doing the necessary things to make the world go round for our family I like to pack in as much fun as I can into one day. Bees All Day is literally what July 29th was for me. I couldn't show everything due to time limitations. As you can imagine, it's sometimes tough to work and video record at the same time. This video was edited down from 2.5 hours of video footage from that day.
First was an inspection of a feral bee colony in a garage wall of a rental property. The property owner agreed to our live bee removal price which I won't reveal for several reasons. Maybe I'll do a video about that eventually. This Italian honey bee hive will probably be a sizable one occupying one 16" stud cavity and likely extending from the top plate to withing a couple of feet from the floor.
Second was the feral honey bee colony live removal from the shed door. It poured raining on me for part of it and drizzled for the rest. Ordinarily I probably wouldn't have enjoyed that but it did help keep me cool for a couple of hours. The inside panel of the door was drywall. I left it off after the job so that the property owner could easily see how many bees I left behind. Also he really needed to put plywood back instead of drywall. He was trying to work in that shed and didn't want to get near the bees.
The last stop of the day was the "bird hive" removal from private property next to Family Worship Center. The church did get the property owner's permission before we removed the box. I also know the owner of the property. Many years ago I overlaid that driveway with washout for him. I'm surprised he hadn't removed the box himself. I'll do a cut out of this bird house and record it for you.
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[@styxxrivers7576]

Great one today Thanks. Hey Were is your buddys link for his bench press?

[@628DirtRooster]

facebook.com/dirtrooster.bees.1 The most recent post on my time line.

[@litmisha8821]

Koooooolll

[@styxxrivers7576]

He is a BEAST. Nice clean lift. Thanks for the link DR

[@628DirtRooster]

He's a neat guy. He held the state record for his class when he was 65 years old. He didn't start lifting until his mid forties and never been on the gear.

[@jenniferl.6387]

Just curious how you came up with the name 628 Dirt Rooster???????????

[@lucianoguerra9013]

I like this guy, his gentle with them even if they bit him. An he takes his time to do the job right. I've been watching a lot of remover an this guys got them beat. Thank You Loader.

[@MarkRenkert]

This type of bee handling is what makes dirt rooster and jpthebeeman the best in class of their chosen professions......

[@mildmoth]

i love the parts of the video when you're just working but there's no music, you can hear the bees and the birds singing. Lovely!

[@Wemius61]

I could watch you all day - you are so gentle and kind to the bees!

[@628DirtRooster]

I bet I'd get n your nerves after a while. lol

[@Wemius61]

@@628DirtRooster I doubt it! The one and only time I was allowed to watch a beekeeper friend collect a swarm I was wearing the whole outfit, yet I felt really intimidated by all the bees investigating me. It must be lovely to understand them so well that you can read their language, react appropriately, respect them and have them be calm around you in return.

[@LandoHitman]

I love this guy. I swear, ice runs in his veins. He's always so cool and composed. I hope there's a follow-up video to the bird-hive.

[@victoriaaababyyygiiirl]

That was Joe Satriani playing guitar when you found the queen for the second time

[@Maglev22]

Just wanted to say, I have been following your channel for almost 4 years now. I haven't got into the hobby yet, but I have soaked in almost every video you've shared with us and researched the subject on and off the entire time. I think next Spring I'll be ready, and I just want to thank you for these videos. Your passion for the hobby, and the bees in general, is incredibly motivating. Thank you so much, and keep it up!

[@628DirtRooster]

Wow! Thanks for the long time support.

[@gforceforever]

So thoughtfully careful not to harm any bees, you earn respect by giving it. I could watch your videos all day. I still wonder if professional (or amateur) bee-movers/keepers are as gentle as you if there is no desire for honey or beeswax. I would hope that all care that bees are amazing creatures, and that Mother Earth needs them. They are dying by the billions in the Midwest, where farmers are using pesticides and, possibly, certain types of modified seed. Enjoyed your video immensely! Bee blessed!

[@ryangrafft5360]

This is my favorite cutout video thus far. I always appreciate when you explain what you're doing! the shed door made everything easy to see too! thanks!

[@628DirtRooster]

It was a simple one for sure.

[@goose7574]

Does anyone else think this guy's chuckle is infectious! Literally makes me laugh Everytime he does! 😂

[@markjakessoos9492]

I think u are a hard working cristian man god bless people like u

[@authenticmax6350]

I get tingles and shivers down my spine sometimes when I watch your video. Palm full of bees is just... mind blowing... I had to take few deep breaths after watching the video... Sir, you Rock !!

[@628DirtRooster]

Keeping your arteries clear...

[@authenticmax6350]

Exactly !!

[@andrewbrown7976]

my daughter and I live to watch your videos. thank you for being family friendly.

[@628DirtRooster]

Thank you for watching.

[@Juak05]

I love the colour of brand new white wax with that perfect form made of hexagons.

[@mittensfastpaw]

They knew they were going to a good home. So relaxing to watch bees. :)

[@628DirtRooster]

Surprising how laid back they were.

[@Uiru11]

Youre a very honest and hardworking man, and a skilled beekeeper too!

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks Histewy for the nice comment.

[@Kurogane_666]

Is it just me or does anyone else find when he zooms in and break close the bees are adorable and you want to pet them, I bet I'm strange lol

[@waywardgoddess7219]

Thought I was the only one that wondered what it'd be like to pet a pile of bees lol

[@TheSilverTempest]

I liked this video for that introduction alone, this guy has a good charisma to him.

[@kylesteele9403]

"all this honey is going to a friend, but this one's mine." "Nope, wait -- that was brood"

[@marilynnschroeder4436]

Love those sunset colors!

[@QueensHoneyFarmJa]

Ur videos are of great help I started with 10 hive 3 years ago now I have 120 hives so keep doing good

[@628DirtRooster]

You're rolling!

[@asian_raisin]

This reminds of of Storm Chasers but with bees. Don't know why I watch this but somehow it's been very interesting and I can't stop.

[@628DirtRooster]

Glad you stuck in there.

[@LovinLife-pv7op]

A freebie for a church? Who has more money these days than a church? You're a good man Dirt Rooster!

[@iAmTrentMiller]

I had no idea beekeeping could be so hardcore! Can't believe the guy doesn't use a suit! 628DirtRooster I thank you for your service and am subscribing!

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks for the sub.

[@kisukebomb3750]

Real Badasses handle HANDFULLS of bees without gloves. you are awesome

[@MIgardener]

I laughed so hard with the "chinese movie" part that I spit out the water I was drinking all over myself. That was so funny it couldn't have been more perfect.

[@LolitasGarden]

I didn't get it.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

That was good!

[@leebarnes655]

Just need to settle on a chinese whack em up movie because there is nothing better to watch. It's not a baseball cap turned around backwards there, it's do-rag style unique to that era and local, but it looks all the world for what the Dirt-Rooster had on his head. I know this only because of the trappings of a misspent life in front of the TV.

[@628DirtRooster]

Lee you crack me up.

[@628DirtRooster]

I hope you weren't watching on your phone in a restaurant Luke.

[@Zaph0d]

Excellent video Randy, thank you for sharing.

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks for stopping in. Come back when you can stay a while. :)

[@Multi1628]

~ YUHATEN and plenty ethically removed bees - great video to start the day - thank you - Cheers, DAVEDJ ~

[@gamelaunchone689]

when you find yourself on a random corner of the internet thats me rn but now i really want a colony of bees!!

[@628DirtRooster]

Do it.

[@REVERSE_BIAS]

I really love this channel. It's awesome and you make it so educational too. Thank you so much.

[@628DirtRooster]

Glad you're enjoying the vids. I put a lot of time into them.

[@ronhat-nx6yq]

Oh my god! A hand full of bees!

[@thaliahelene]

Always glad to see another one from you on my list! I've watched it 3 times so far. Don't know why, maybe the Chinese movie. Oddly compelling! Glad you showed your queen dropping foibles, honesty shines. Lucky Mr. Mike, hope he enjoys the honey!

[@628DirtRooster]

LOL Thanks for all the view time.

[@randlerichardson5826]

I’m 50 and my body’s wore out. Total knee replacement right knee and my left one need it’s. Good luck brother.

[@robindowning5873]

a great day. thanks for sharing

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks Robin.

[@Lord_Shadowz]

I love that you give them a new home and don’t destroy them. I’ve been watching your videos for a few days now and they are all awesome.

[@kevinbyrne4538]

Just another leisurely Saturday for the 628 Dirt Rooster -- 2 removals in one day, and preparing an estimate for a third removal. And you still had enough energy for a workout at the gym. I am in awe.

[@628DirtRooster]

Keeps me young looking. I'm really 107.

[@bigcountry2529]

I'm addicted to this guys videos

[@СергейЕфименко-д2р]

Pleasant greetings. Thx for your doings.

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks for watching.

[@vornoff1958]

Without a vac or brush! Impressive. Although I think you miscounted your stops for the day. Around 14:09 you announce stop #3, but it appears that you are driving away from an ice cream store.

[@628DirtRooster]

You caught me. :)

[@dfrancois5520]

Great Job, the Old Man taught you right.

[@628DirtRooster]

LOL We all learned together.

[@miketheslagatron2144]

You're videos are getting better and better!

[@Sydow93]

I've got an irrational fear of bees.. Like it's bad. Watching you handle these bees and the comb like it's nothing just blows me away. It's amazing to watch. You're so calm and so are the bees!! Unbeelievable content my friend! Subbed and looking forward to more!

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks so much for the views and the sub.

[@GoldenLegionHoney]

I love my Dexter bread knife for uncapping and cutting comb.

[@628DirtRooster]

Nothing better

[@generalford1485]

I love that you communicate with your followers. I will also be joining/following FB page..GOOD JOB!!! I AGREE ON STING COUNTRR

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks General

[@keithcoffin9161]

you are good man ,how you got that queen was fantastic. you are the dirt rooster one of the best!!!

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks man. I get lucky once in a while. ;)

[@kenhutchens513]

Why am I just now getting notified of this. I am glad to see more bee keepin. Please keep it coming sir.

[@TheDirtyyoungman1]

Amazes me how you guys don't get eat up. I have a hive in the wall of a barn at the farm in North Carolina, and if I just walk up to where they're coming in and out of the wall and stand there a minute I'll get stung.

[@628DirtRooster]

Wow! Those are mean.

[@melissadyche8325]

Good job Mr Daredevil because you gotta be to do what you do

[@ptjzmemory]

What a terrific video! I Love the music - it is perfect, especially when you bare handed the bees. So much awesome! Thanks for sharing.

[@628DirtRooster]

Not too much awesome I hope. ;)

[@Penfold8]

:00 Randy is talking to my soul............His wife is going to be jealous of the new found bromance!

[@628DirtRooster]

I'll break it to her easy.

[@stevehappe8583]

Very nice. Very professional. You make it look so easy. Thanks.

[@628DirtRooster]

Nothing to it except hours and hours of hard work. lol

[@stevehappe8583]

I understand. I always enjoy your videos. They are truly inspirational. Have a great season.

[@willmyers2180]

You should call the fan base the rooster hive!

[@pleromicpastry5445]

How about the Dirt Cocks?

[@jeffsea6490]

🇺🇸⛪

[@randlerichardson5826]

I noticed that. They’re awful calm.

[@MrTonyharrell]

That was pretty cool seeing those bees working on that beetle.

[@628DirtRooster]

That one was trying to put it in a sleeper hold.

[@rchopp]

I like your dedication to a good cause. Thanks

[@628DirtRooster]

I stick like a tick in a dog's ear.

[@sandrafickle8041]

Enjoyed the video very much! I am hoping you have a 'bloopers' video in the works sometime! I loved when your friend went running across the yard. I am glad you captured the fallen queen. That bird house looks like it will be a mess to straighten out I do hope you show us how you do it as I am sure it will be a challenge! Thank you again for your video's! You have this old woman thinking of putting out bee feeders and maybe a hive someday. I have a creek not too far from the house and neighbors who plant lots of flowers and a field that is farmed behind my back yard so should have plenty of pollen to keep them happy.

[@628DirtRooster]

Sounds like you're in a really good spot for them.

[@scottytohotty2534]

👊 Thanks for another great video Randy!

[@628DirtRooster]

I appreciate the comment Scotty.

[@sprung5062]

We love this channel, keep up the great work bud.

[@628DirtRooster]

I'll do my best. :)

[@DriveShaftDrew]

a light day a few easy jobs good stuff

[@corysummers3008]

Your brave doing that at night! My bees tear me up when its getting dark, think its cause they cant really see as well. I was like 10 feet away from my hive at dawn, kind of dark, picking weeds in front of my bee hive and they got me good!

[@628DirtRooster]

They don't appreciate you keeping the place looking nice for them?

[@stephaniewilliams1410]

Another great video! It was sweet (no pun intended) to do the church removal at no charge. You've sparked my interest since I started watching your videos recently, so now I'm looking into getting a hive! 😜 There's SO much to learn. I'm amazed by these beautiful, hard working, fascinating creatures! Thanks for the inspiration and keep up your wonderful work!

[@jennifersneegas8352]

A trick I've used to run them back in is to spray them with a squirt bottle of water. They act like it's raining and usually will go in.

[@628DirtRooster]

Good tip.

[@ashleymyers2214]

I never thought I would see a honey bee chase a beetle but I love it

[@supersendojarren]

I love this channel so much. bees are so kewl

[@628DirtRooster]

Yep they are.

[@kurgan322]

Looked like an easy day all around.

[@628DirtRooster]

Fun day too.

[@mariaweston5477]

The comb is beautiful!! I had a bee sting once. Based on my howls, people would think I was attacked by wild dogs. Don’t know how you handle so many stings. Great videos. I like how you edit and use music.

[@richardgrumpywelsh2485]

Rooster I am 84 and I set ceramic tile all day and worked in my greenhouse after I got home, I start at 4am and it is 7 47 pm now

[@628DirtRooster]

You are a champ Mr. Welsh. I hope I'm going like that in my 80s. Keep it up. I have a friend who is a power lifter and he's 75. He bench presses over 300 pounds. Guys like y'all inspire me.

[@WordUnheard]

The more I watch your videos, the more I wish I had a job like yours.

[@pryscillamello5845]

Omg the no vac stile is crazyyyy to me🤣🤣🤣

[@DTRIFFS]

You dropped a great one on us today! Thanks much, man.

[@628DirtRooster]

Too kind.

[@DTRIFFS]

Nothing puts my day to day stress in check like watching you remove a hive with your bare hands and no head cover...easily my favorite channel on the site.

[@greenmantis2158]

I love your videos!! I showed my family and we can’t stop watching. As far as I’m concerned you got a animal planet or history channel show. Your choice. I also do believe in low key enjoyment of life. Thank you for the endless hours of entertainment!!!!

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks for the love Mark.

[@themidwestbarber8428]

Keep up with the awesome videos! Get this man a t.v. show!!

[@Xkea1]

bro that is amazing, you literally just take the brood of the colony and make them apart of the farm.

[@usakiwi5222]

Randy - you always manage to crack me up!! Mr Ed comment and Chinese movie caption. Always learn something as well. Thank you for sharing and hope Jeff doesn't razz you to much for dropping the queen! ~karen

[@628DirtRooster]

I'm sure he's got something tho say about it.

[@kmjr2400]

Man, I would be totally freaked out, and he is acting like he is just having a cup of coffee! GANSTA!!!!!

[@devynnwinsor3331]

I adore your videos. They inspire me to keep bees when my fiance and I get a house of our own in a few years. Thank you for being awesome and keeping it real!

[@628DirtRooster]

Awesome comment.

[@rjbrown6942]

Omg it looks so good. I just want to eat it up

[@rorynorris4248]

lol, when you started talking about bee butts you really missed an opportunity to play "I like big butts" in the background ;) The door hive was pretty impressive, its always interesting seeing the kind of small spaces they can squeeze such a decent sized hive into! Also the Bird Hive was a fairly lucky one, all pre-packaged up for you already, cant wait to see whats inside with you!

[@628DirtRooster]

The bird hive was a true package. Sir mix-a-lot would be proud to have this queen on his video.

[@wendelljones8555]

Thanks!

[@628DirtRooster]

Any time Wendell. :)

[@randlerichardson5826]

That big piece that was full of honey I’ll take it lollllllllllllllllllll. You’ll get her I’m sure.

[@VelmaJinkys]

That hive looks really nice

[@628DirtRooster]

Super nice one.

[@peaceout506]

that hive in the shed looked tasty

[@danielfong7058]

Got some bacon and sausage to comfirt me lmao best darn thing ive heard all day

[@628DirtRooster]

On my way for more.

[@sweettia3632]

Yay! Listening to your voice gets me through my nightshifts WAY easier

[@628DirtRooster]

I hope it's not putting you to sleep.

[@gaming4hearts133]

"You know how I feel about doing stuff for free...." Lol. That's a saying I gotta incorporate. "You know how I feel about doing stuff for free... I don't do stuff for free!"

[@628DirtRooster]

That'd be good for a t-shirt.

[@gaming4hearts133]

Sadly I helped someone move for free. Last time I make that mistake, hahaha. I need a t-shirt of that to remind me.

[@time1800]

About time you stopped watching and commenting on Jeff's videos and made a video! LOL.

[@628DirtRooster]

I have to get my learnin somewhere.

[@carschmn]

Honeybees are so much nicer than killer bees. I can believe colonists took them across the ocean without being constantly stung.

[@domdomgin]

Excellent bee keeper.

[@bwrightaway2877]

I stumbled across your channel a week or two ago... I've watched em all. I enjoy your videos, man. Keep em coming and I'll keep giving you the "Thumbs Up" thx

[@Hellroxas]

u r a cool dude dirtrooster keep bee(ing) awesome lol

[@628DirtRooster]

Thank you sir

[@williamhogan2744]

Thank you for posting this and for taking care of the bees. This was a great video.

[@628DirtRooster]

So glad you liked it William.

[@Happilymarrieddad]

Man, I love these videos. Thanks man!

[@628DirtRooster]

Thank you for the views

[@DragonZer0]

Man you forgot the toast and gravy for the sausage and bacon.

[@pamelaflirtyskunk7698]

Great video as always! That was a nice, simple hive for you in that door AND that birdhouse/squirrel house was at least easy to take down. Those are always nice ones! You look like you've lost some weight. If you're like me, you're just sweating it out ALL summer long in that humidity! LOL Oh, I found your FB page tonight. That 77 year old man is IMPRESSIVE!

[@628DirtRooster]

So thankful for easy ones this weekend. Wish I lost weight. I'm drinking too much Mountain Dew.

[@pamelaflirtyskunk7698]

628DirtRooster Soda is my SERIOUS weakness as well! I LOVE a big, ice cold Mountain Dew!

[@invicwetrust]

You are a wild man!

[@ENGLISHBASIC]

excited to see the inside of the bird house hive, just hoping you have it on video

[@628DirtRooster]

I'll open it this coming weekend.

[@jphizack9729]

3 people flipped their monitors upside down so they could "like" it twice!

[@628DirtRooster]

LOL!!

[@jormbell3]

628DirtRooster Question... On one of your videos a couple years ago you used moth crystals with diclorobenzene. How did it work? Thanks

[@Desphexian]

Bird Hive is the word! ;)

[@628DirtRooster]

New word by 628DirtRooster. :)

[@NagDeNu]

Bacon and sausage to comfort you, lol! I do love your videos!