Epic Failures in Beekeeping

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[@Lonesome__Dove]

It's not gawking. Not at all. What you showed was empathy, heart. Its why we love you.

[@bluerendar2194]

Another interesting note is that when a hive swarms, it's usually the original queen that leaves while a new queen takes her place. From a risk-management perspective, makes perfect sense, since the older queen with less lifespan takes the greater risk. The same happens with worker bees - it's the older bees that take the risks going out to collect pollen and nectar while younger bees do work in and around the hive.

[@jmacd8817]

The risk now is that the new queen, which hasn't mated yet, could be killed/lost on her mating flight.or, she could end up mating with some dreck drones and end up with bad genetics.

[@anitraahrens905]

❤ My heart goes out to all Vermonters impacted by the flooding. Stay strong, Vermont. I'm sure you will come back stronger and better than ever before. ❤

[@DebboRevenant]

At 12:27 you can actually see one of the scout bees that has returned, wiggling super quick to tell the swarm about a possible hive location they've found! Basically right in the middle!

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Great find! Super cool

[@birdsndog5932]

People don’t understand the ongoing, many year, crushing agony of fires or floods. You are not the same person afterward. Plenty of people never recover. Most people don’t have (additional federal) flood insurance. Thank you for showing empathy. And showing the part of a natural disaster not often shown.

[@poorwotan]

Went through Hurricane Maria here in Puerto Rico and (even accounting for corruption/lack of funds/etc) things are still not 100% here 6 years later...

[@birdsndog5932]

@@poorwotan - you also went through the short shrifting from the federal government. We need to do better.

[@juliemcgugan1244]

Isn’t it heart breaking? My country (Cyprus) are in the grip of wildfires, at the moment. Just a couple of weeks ago, one of our dog shelters got burnt down, several people got hurt by the panicked dogs they were trying to save, the whole shelter was a complete loss and five dogs succumbed to the smoke and fire. The country is rallying around them, fund-raising and helping them find a new place to start rebuilding and taking the dogs in who have lost their safe-place, basically helping them back onto their feet. Unfortunately, August is predicted to be hotter than July, so we will all have to be very careful and prepared for more risk from the heat!

[@jeanniewi]

So sad!!!!

[@lindaseel9986]

🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@aintmisbehavin7400]

@juliemcgugan1244 - Let us know if we can help or donate! Lots of animal lovers here.

[@barbhenley4692]

So sorry to hear about all the problems. God bless every one and prayers to all in valved.

[@Joe_n_Sarah]

Those poor dogs 😢😢😢

[@LadyAvallyn]

As someone who lives on the NJ shore, I completely understand what you're talking about. After Sandy it took YEARS for things to somewhat resemble normal. I took a ride around when everything was opened again, and I was devastated and in tears. My heart is with you Vermont ❤

[@WorldWideCynthia]

Heartfelt prayers for everyone experiencing the aftermath of the floods❣️

[@chippychick6261]

This is an important video ( of Montpellier). We have been overexposed to scenes of storm damage and devastation in its peak on social media. What we rarely see is the work and effort of the towns in the recovery period. I hope you keep sharing information like this.

[@jennieivins]

My family used to live in Vermont. And my cousins have lived in Montpelier all their lives. During the storm they had to evacuate. The river started going right through their driveway. Luckily they are all okay, but seeing downtown torn up like that is so heartbreaking.

[@jennieivins]

Sorry about your bees. But at least they are happy and alive somewhere.

[@paulreed6976]

About the flooding. My family lived through Hurricane Agnes in 1972. Of course we spent most clean up time at the relatives houses. But we drove around and witnessed the aftermath a few times. That's what my dad said "We need to Witness this and know so many more folks than your Aunts had this happen too." You didn't gawk. You Witnessed.

[@bkm2797]

Couldn't help but tear up a bit for these family owned businesses, I hope they are able to come back even stronger. Have to give it to you Morgan when it comes to continuing with the Bee Keeping. Hopefully you are now prepared for the bees if they return, and I hope they do. Thanks for taking us along, see you soon!

[@lhmcd5538]

Morgan it showed your compassion for those people who were flooded. I felt your sadness. You were shocked and documented it. It is terrible for them. Hope the bees come back. Thank you. May you please take care and stay safe. Louisa.👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩

[@TNRVG]

Seeing some of the roads you are driving down and stores you are passing by in Montpelier bring back memories! I do hope they recover from the floods quickly!

[@pyroprincess7852]

Morgan makes such BEEutiful puns 😂

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Oh wow. Seeing Montpelier was crazy. I live in a hurricane prone area and am very familiar w natural disaster and the damage that comes w that. It never gets easier.

[@jeanmcleod9935]

Yes, living in a hurricane region, unfortunately, seeing sites such as this video is very common. I've lived through 2 total devastating hurricanes, and you still don't get used to such sites, as you showed in this video. I believe seeing the devastating results in person after a natural disaster is an eye-opening experience. The pictures and videos on the news just don't capture the true essence of the damage. I hope and pray your community comes back and thrives after such a disaster. The area that I live in is still recovering from a a major hurricane some 10 - 15 years ago. Plus, the ones that have visited since the major one. Stay strong and support your local communities as much as you can.

[@LeahJ_stiches]

It is heart breaking to see Montpelier, but thank you for sharing it. I think it is important for people to see it and have a reminder that even tho it is isn't in the news anymore, it is still real for the folks living there.

[@Dovietail]

The one time I visited VT, I had food poisoning and only looked for the next ditch to throw up in. 🤢🤮 VT is just beautiful! Thanks for sharing your commute. 😍😃🥰

[@olgaz2498]

this is so random but your channel is so comforting to me, just seeing you do your daily chores is comforting to me and it makes me happy and i watch your videos whenever im sad or stressed. much love ❤

[@profwaynewsmith]

A nice combination of stories. If put the bee situation into perspective versus the communities dealing with the flood damage.

[@Tempest-jc3me]

As someone who is looking to start beekeeping myself, I very much appreciate getting to learn from a veteran. I would also like to send my condolences to those who have lost homes or property in Vermont. As someone with affected family, I know how hard it is hitting you all and I wish for a speedy recovery.

[@Sassafras30]

Morgan, you are so interactive and interesting. I knew nothing about farming but you are a great teacher. Thank you.

[@GoldShawFarm]

Thanks for watching!

[@sassycass790]

I cried seeing the flood damage. Our city also experienced extreme flooding in 2021. The entire city was evacuated for 3 weeks, then they started letting people come back. Those that weren't affected got to come home right away. They city has mostly recovered now, but there are sections that are still awful. Our house is in one of those sections, and is not habitable. We are struggling to fix it so we can get out of the hotels and actually move back home. My heart goes out to those who have gone through this. Stay strong, stay safe and my prayers go out to all of you Love from Canada ❤

[@craigk.235]

Thanks for showing the aftermath of the flood. You are an amazing person, I love that you show empathy. Btw I love puns.

[@poke8055]

Bees!!! Toby looks so happy to be here. Also the bee puns are top tier.

[@elizabethshultz33]

Thank you for showing us the results of the flooding. We see 30 seconds on the news of the flooding but the worst is aftermath. Prayers to all the residents affected by the flooding.

[@larahemilton]

Thank you for showing the heartbreaking and devastating destruction. My mother had a retail store when I was growing up and I can imagine how the shop owners feel. They love their products and store set ups. It would almost be on the level of losing a family member. We have so much instant news now that we become immune to the individual pain.

[@richardmennel2415]

I'm just a hobby beekeeper and that's my only bit of advice that should be followed...have plenty of beehives and supplies stored for backup. That's my only hard and fast rule to beginners.

[@paulreed6976]

When the trip to the store took so long, I thought you might Bee too late! Oh well, next time you will Bee prepared!

[@deed5811]

Unbeelievable that the bees left and missed the new house swarming party.

[@jessicamcwilliams3346]

In 2008 Cedar Rapids and Iowa City were hit really hard by flooding. I worked at the hospital that flooded, we had to evacuate all of our patients. Ambulance drivers from 5 states showed up to help evacuate everyone. Later we were badly effected by a another weather event in 2020 that left parts of Iowa without power for a month. What helped rebuild was the community as well as the support of people from all over the country. The kindness, the fund raisers, the meals, the volunteers to help with sandbaging and clean up. They go a Really long way in giving business the strength to carry on or start over.

[@loislouise3743]

So sad to see the rummage in Montpelier. My grandparents lived there, mom and us kids were born there. Great video as always

[@Susan.I]

Lori, your neighbor and you, Morgan are brave with these bees!

[@reneedemers8218]

I'm back home in Vermont for a vacation and I saw Montpelier just as some places were opening up. It really hits hard seeing all the recovery efforts in progress. It's a bit of grief and a bit of hope and you're just standing there needed to take that in.

[@Dovietail]

🌼🐝🪻🐝🌺🐝 Swarm season is a fascinating thing. You just learn to act immediately! The bees are my favorite part of your farm. 💞🐝💖🐝💗🐝💝

[@juliemcgugan1244]

Glad you are prepared for next time, Morgan!

[@williamrhea3535]

Coming from someone who survived Hurricane Ian, I can feel for you when everything you know and love is broken and blown away. But it does get better, each day it gets better.

[@Mac-di1yf]

I know typical honey bees can't survive too far north without help like Alaska but I wonder how they fair in vermont on their own. Also thank you for showing how Vermont is recovering, people myself included often forget how long it can actually take to clean up.

[@mongoosae]

My best queen bees came from northern Vermont, the right bees can be super hardy

[@marthafluharty]

Thank you for your heartfelt sincerity. I so enjoy your videos. Great job making videos not only about farming, but living a balanced life. Thank you.

[@aquaticma]

Watching the aftermath of a natural disaster is triggering for me sometimes. I lived thru Hurricane Michael in 2018 and lost EVERYTHING we could touch. We became the forgotten coast after two days airing on the news. I know the feeling of being "forgotten" during the rebuilding process. Then this year, a small town I lived in called Covington in Tennessee got devastated by a tornado. Had friends lose everything they could touch as well. It's so many years later and I live in a city that used to be shaded by pine trees. Now when I leave town, it seems alien to see so many trees 😂 like I've grown accustomed to living in a broken, always under construction city. I'm glad you were able to help out your little town with your Livestream! I hope everyone will be able to recover and rebuild ❤

[@chukk9379]

I laughed too hard at the "bee prepared" joke.

[@Greenteabook]

I live for bee puns, thank you for this one! 🐚🐝

[@harpintn]

The new hive decided to buzz off.

[@jmacd8817]

It would bee a shame if tou didn't enjoy them...

[@tigrefuego3916]

Thank you so much for touring downtown for us all! Is there any charity work for those small businesses in place? I love your content and thank you for sharing your passion to keep a Farm Ecosystem! I'm a wildlife biologist and I appreciate your efforts! If you ever want animal behavior patterns, habitat info, or anything animal related don't hesitate to ask!

[@galeharris6696]

There are some Go Fund Me's for specific stores, Bear Pond Books is one that I know of, FEMA has not been very helpful for them, and most of the stores could not afford the $7,000-9,000 a year for flood insurance. FEMA has told them their option is to file small business low-interest loans. When you have mold growing daily, that's kind of a pointless venture. It's heartbreaking. I've lived here my whole life, and it will not be the same.

[@kitdog100]

In 2008 the town i lived in (Cedar Rapids Iowa) experience a 500 yr flood. The company i worked for was right along the river and every building had flood water in it. My lab had almost 5 ft of water in it and we were down for 10 wks. I lived 2.5 miles from there and was just 5 blocks from the flood water (only time i was grateful my hubby bought a house on a hill 😅). I "gawked" a lot. It was amazing to see the water all the way to the bottom of our elevated highway. Its amazing to see the recovery. I was grateful for living in the midwest because we didnt have looting, we had people rolling their sleeves up and getting to work. Montpelier will flourish once again, with time.

[@Tanks_In_Space]

Don't worry, only 1,9% are potential looters so it will flourish once again pretty soon.

[@ginninadances]

More of a whoops.... Not an epic failure. We know the bee thing you were keeping close and personal. Thank you for sharing it with us. And for sharing how the flood recovery is going

[@Dobviews]

When they start to cluster that way they are looking for a safe place. In future I would always keep one or two hives empty to catch swarms like this. Scoop one batch of bees and move them down to the hive entrance. They will see a perfect little place for them and alert the others. Keep gently scooping and placing them near the hive entrance and look for the queen as you go. Clip her, place her in hive and nature will lead them to her. Sad to see the amount of flooding, love from Ohio. They keep coming back to your farm because they like you! Your a great farmer!

[@lisam5744]

What you said about the weeks after a disaster being just as important as right after is so true. Hurricane Irma went through our area in 2017 and it took weeks and weeks for everything to get back to normal all over the place.

[@jenniferkaplan1956]

Just so you know, it's actually the more experienced queen that joins the swarm. The new queen stays with the established hive. :)

[@fisherapiariesma]

Not always

[@Susan.I]

So very sad to see Montpelier in such disrepair and curbs filled with trash!

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Looks like your bee sauce had the opposite effect lol

[@grumpydruid8372]

All the puns are just the bee's knees. And Gods all bless Vermont.

[@kaycampbell8532]

The black cow/steer? face was so cute while you were combing it. Such a beautiful animal.💕

[@aletakibler4158]

I work in downtown Montpelier at Lost Nation Theater Company located on the second floor of our lovely little city hall. City hall had 5 feet of water in the basement, and the first floor was ruined due to a burst pipe. Our biggest show of the season was forced to move to the Barre Opera House with our company only having one day to rehearse in the space. Originally we were supposed to have 12 shows over three weekends, but only were able to have two performances. It definitely hit us hard, and a large amount of props and scenery that were being stored in the Walgreens next door were completely ruined. Not to mention the owners of the theater companies house was flooded and many precious heirlooms ruined. If you ever want to see a live performance, we hope to have the space open again for our show beginning of October, but not 100% sure it will happen as the elevator will take several months to fix and replace. But as our liscnse plates all across the state say, we are all "Vermont Strong."

[@Susan.I]

A swarm of bees would have me running in the opposite direction!

[@ronaldlucas5360]

Bees are so unusual. Wow those flooding pictures were devastating

[@sowandtare]

I have seen bees swarm and beard on trees and bushes several times. Twice in my backyard! It certainly is exciting to see so many up close and personal.

[@darnitdizzle]

I respect the fact you helped out alot of the people that are against you even calling yourself a farmer....that's why I'm a big fan of this channel and you as a person. You are awesome and never change.

[@TheOneTwitchingDeadGirl]

It's wild how similar your local city is to our local county in NC. both in the fact that most things are local owned but also just the structure of things. Breaks my heart seeing them struggling through this flood.

[@debrafisher7373]

You can never have too many bee puns!

[@KatBrat38]

Not gawking, feeling, I can tell you are emotional, while you do very good at keeping it in check. Like you , seeing something like the after effects of the flood, your heart breaks you want to help everyone but just can't. I'm from Missouri and after the huge floods in the 90's I felt that way too, just taking in the power of nature, I don't think people do that enough.

[@Ravens321]

Hi from Niagara falls Ontario canada.. NEVER GIVE UP AND NEVER SURRENDER

[@Mark4WorldPeace]

Gives me hives lol

[@Crayfish-]

There was a man once who was " Esteemed " with the " Honor " of " Being Equal " to That of a " Professor Emeritus " ! And he said; " Buzz Buzz Buzz " " My Oh me " Buzz Buzz Buzz " " Went the Bumble Bee " !

[@sherirobinson6867]

I went through hurricane Harvey over here in Texas and let me tell you floods are no joke. It was the most devastating experience so far in my sixty years of life. On the other hand in retrospect it was absolutely amazing yet tragic

[@kdallas3966]

You're seeing the strength of America. Rebuilding. People working together. They are not giving up. It's like that on a farm. Sometimes, you suffer losses but you get back up and new growth happens.

[@Jamesc5531]

On those wide shots of the bees, it felt like I was playing a game of "Find the queen" on Texas Beeworks

[@ghostreyn]

It's mind boggling to me watching how flooding across the country has been happening near the same time evacuations have been happening in my state due to wild fires.

[@elizabeth1234..]

Vermont is where I got married so it holds a soft spot in my heart. I immediately reached out to all my vendors to check on them and see how I could help. Unfortunately it's mostly financial since I moved farther south than an easy drive

[@chickennuggets3775]

Like the vids man and what you've done with the farm since last year

[@Lanny.M]

Part of the experience of being a farmer it ain’t always going to work at first but we all get there at some point

[@ashez2ashes]

The My Girl reference got an evil laugh out of me. lol Good job.

[@lunawolfcrossing]

Sending love to everyone dealing with the aftermath of the floods I hope everyone is ok and safe

[@re-mark2971]

Morgan, just a suggestion: the next time a swarm of honey bees covers one of your fence posts, before leaving to buy the supplies, place a box with an entry hole next to it so the hole touches the swarm of bees. You can use a cardboard box, a wooden box or a plastic box, it doesn't matter. It just has to be a box that is not too small and not too big, it should be dark inside. And of course it needs to be protected from direct sunlight which would heat it up. In most cases, the bees enter the box on their own. It will look like a vacuum is sucking them into the box! You don't have to brush them from the post. I catch swarms every year. It is easy to shake them from low branches of trees, but it is a pain to get them out of a fence manually. In those situations, I have had great success with letting the bees move themselves into the box. Position the box so that it is in contact with the swarm. So that the bees can walk into the entrance without having to fly. No honey, no sugar, no combs. Just a dark, empty space. Please, give it a try. And you might consider to set up some bait hives.

[@jeanniewi]

Many years ago, my mother came home from work, walked into the house and a swarm of thousands of bees. Obviously she ran right back out the door. Apparently she scared the bees so much, when Mom got back with help, the bees were all gone. :) They came in and left from the heat vent over the stove... I guess that was their temporary spot! :)

[@julietigermoon9572]

Floods are devastating, we had awful damage done in towns in Australia, people still waiting for housing. Love the bees 🐝

[@ZeroheartX]

bee sauce seem to be "bee beegone sauce"

[@crazyredhead9]

In 2014 my city in Eastern Europe faced a really devastating flood.. i can't even begin to describe how i felt the first time i went back after the water was gone.... No matter how devastating it was,it really brought the community together, and we rebuilt everything with no issue! Unfortunately, covid hit the small business owners much harder. Don't worry, your community will bounce right back!

[@ChevysGirl321]

That stupid pun got a laugh out of me, thanks Morgan 😂

[@gerrimilner9448]

you dont have children, but, you've got the dad jokes down. skill!! im a person of faith and am moved to pray for that city, an ocean away, for those locals that watch, i hope that is encouraging

[@hadlee189]

Godspeed to all of the survivors of the Vermont floods.💔 We in California know what they are going through, we get the double whammy of Floods, & Fires.

[@amandabottoms1]

Shirt twins! At least you're prepared for next time they swarm! My neighbor has 90+ boxes behind our properties. - fun story, the bees bugging me is how i got into growing the things!

[@erinnh3203]

Can’t believe you just dropped that My Girl clip like that. 😭 😂

[@lorenrobertson8039]

What a beautiful town...it is heartbreaking. This is the kind of place I dream of living in. I hate the way all the big box stores, franchises have taken over all the businesses once so important to the communities of this country. I'd love to move back to the country life I grew up in in NE Arkansas...but it is ruined now. The forests destroyed by developers as is my once beloved Spring River area. My family's home town that was quaint and an old railroad town is now a ghetto. Utterly heartbreaking what the newer generations have done to world. I know it started long ago and has simply taken over, but I miss life the way it was up until the 1980's. I love to watch Jeff Horchoff Bees' channel! He is such a great guy and he makes all kinds of bee videos including wrangling bees...from homes, buildings, and like you have here, swarms! Thank you for taking responsibility for the bees in your area! I love this video! VT is a state I have longed to visit all my life. To drive up the east coast through the Appalachians and up to the tip of out country. Then tour all the US national parks. Well at least the forested ones. Not interested in flat lands or deserts. God bless you!

[@lorenrobertson8039]

BTW we are currently mourning the loss of our beloved Molly dog. We've had here since shortly after she was rescued from a puppy mill and we miss her so much. So hard to lose a fur child.

[@lillyess385]

The last time I was in VT, I was in the middle of my first agoraphobia panic attack that started back in NH. Total Chicken Little moment. I thought the sky was falling on top of me. 😂Phobias are stupid. I don't know what did it, too many logging roads or something 🤷🏻‍♀️. It wasn't until I got back into Quebec that it settled down. My point is that what I do remember about VT was how pretty Montpelier was. It's sad to see it in such rough shape. Hopefully it will recover quickly.

[@meenha1976]

Like you saying you can click off" will actually make me switch off😂😂😂😂You know I always wait for your unique video's and watch em till the end ❤❤

[@JEREMY99218]

Eventually, as your beekeeping experience progresses, you can be proactive and do a "split" before the hive swarms.

[@cava002]

And by the time Morgan came back from shopping, the hive was BEE gone

[@eric2500]

Thanks Morgan. PEOPLE NEED TO SEE.

[@minnahumble2294]

Well you’ll capture the swarm next time. It’s very interesting to see how it’s done. So sorry there was flooding in your state.

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Oh and NOTIFICATION SQUAD! Hit that like if you're a die hard Goldshaw farm fan ❤

[@bobbietorkelson554]

Keep the bee puns coming, they crack me up!

[@zamanizavita]

Morgan: I get it if you click away cause of the bee puns. Me: I am here for the puns!

[@williammoua2542]

I love the tone of all your videos!

[@michelefritchie6198]

Montpelier is a very pretty place. Don't worry about dropping puns, Morgan. I once had a pastor who was a totally unrepentant punster, so I'm immune. :)

[@ken0272]

In the close up shot of the swarm you can see a bee doing the wiggle dance, perhaps the bees had found a new site at that point.

[@froggybangbang]

Aw man. Not your year it seems, between the ducklings and the bees. Hipe it turns around good for you in the second half of the summer! Thanks for showing us how the town is slowly bouncing back, (even though it may not look it from the inside)

[@ChateauShack]

Merci Morgan!

[@seanstrehle6312]

I feel your pain I live in northern new south Wales Australia and over year ago my little town went through a once in a hundred year flood and we are still recovering and the bloke who invented the flow hive is from my little town

[@pamelavargas6811]

So much information thank you for Caring and Sharing ❤

[@susanjohnson7540]

love those old buildings.

[@dogsrlcatsdl4524]

To bee or not to bee.... THAT is the question???

[@jenniferr2057]

Always.

[@funkyfemsel2112]

Bee(n) here for a year, not for the dogs or you or any of the other lovely animals and the stories you tell, nope, just for the puns 😆😆❤️❤️❤️