Honey Harvest And Hive Removal in La France Fishing Camp Mezzanine, Pollen Traps With My Dad

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The beginning of this video is time spent with my dad emptying his pollen traps and talking a little about beekeeping equipment.
From that we transition into a little bit of commercial or side line beekeeping where we are stacking honey supers on eighty double deep palleted hive sets.
For desert we have a nice honey loaded hive removal in the swamps of La France Mississippi. It was a very long day which could have made several videos.
Since I can only put out one video per week I just threw it all in so it wouldn't get lost in storage.
Pollen traps and beekeeping equipment 0:01-6:11
Commercial beekeeping, supering hives 6:11-8:05
Cut out in La France fishing camp mezzanine 8:05-31:14
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[@JeffHorchoff]

I had your video playing while I was crushing some honey, I looked up and I saw you in that pink shirt , sun glasses, and a bandana with a circle on the front and though, "I'll bee a son of a gun, the Karate Kid is all grown up and sporting a beard as well!" Happy to see your dad is still teaching you things, I'm betting it was him who showed you the queen when you released them and you just stuck your watermelon finger in there to get folks to think you saw her. Your dad is so humble. God's peace brother.

[@kevinknutson6621]

Are you so sure that was the same swarm? Lol

[@WillaHerrera]

Watermelon finger. LMAO I'm lol 😆

[@PopleBackyardFarm]

Nothing like spending time with bees and Dad

[@Gangpart3]

the best beekeeping channel on youtube~

[@ashantaylumpkins]

I gave up on barnyard bees.

[@the_big_nacho7780]

@@ashantaylumpkins why did you give up on barnyard bees ? i have only seen a couple of his videos, so its not like i am in love with the channel or anything, just curious if i missed something

[@Kyleorr40Orrski]

Agreed!!

[@Kyleorr40Orrski]

Jeff H bees and jp the Beeman are close second and yappy

[@normabroussard9560]

I love when you have your dad on ❤️

[@rockallred658]

Your dad’s the best!

[@628DirtRooster]

He thinks so too. lol

[@tomasjosefvela1]

Your Dad is looking really healthy, good to see he's doing good.

[@628DirtRooster]

I'm glad he's still trying

[@txpacket]

628DirtRooster Bees His presence makes me happy. Raised in a multigenerational farming family and having no choice but to move away from the only life I knew in my late 20’s-I know the feeling of raising livestock of any kind & feeding folks with a product you’ve cultivated . It’s something extremely special regardless, however when it’s a family based business- it’s just that much more meaningful. Thank you for sharing with the world.

[@kittyk7027]

I cannot even tell you how hard I laughed when he was smoking out that spider. I just didnt expect it nor realized what he was doing until dirtrooster said something. I love your guys' good clean humor. It makes me smile.

[@chillygentilly7th]

Yo dirt. I wish i could chill with you Ed, JP, and Yappy and smoke a joint and watch Bees. Keep up the awsome vids. Yall are the vibes

[@larrainehowell5679]

A blessed day for me, the dirt-rooster posts just as I need some relaxation! It was so nice to see your dad and Pete, I do love his humour. Hope you are all keeping well, take care of you and yours 😎

[@628DirtRooster]

We're healthy as can be :)

[@strand4of8]

Looks like your dad is getting around alot better. Good to see. I like the combination of different things you showed in this video Randy. Really enjoyed it and glad to see Pete out and about helping again. Keep posting videos and I'll keep hitting the thumbs up 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@628DirtRooster]

Yes! Thank you!

[@SlayerSilverWolf]

All your videos are so chill, it's a nice break from all the hype everyone brings to youtube. I know anytime I see the Dirt Rooster post something I'm in for a good chill time watching some bee cutouts. Taking Pete along for the ride adds some good comedy with your banter. Keep it up.

[@keithcoffin9161]

Randy I have been on so many comment sites. You are the man. No one answers like you do. you are the best Randy. Keith

[@628DirtRooster]

Only when I've got the time. :)

[@kerrynicholls6683]

I just found you. Thank you 🙏🏻 recommended. Love 💕 to you, your dad, family and friends. Love from Australia 🇦🇺

[@detwilson1]

WITH THEM HEAD BANDS I WAS WAITING FOR YALL TO BREAKOUT INTO FLASH DANCE

[@628DirtRooster]

I need a stage

[@carschmn]

James Wilson or Karate Kid

[@greenecrayon]

Thank you for sharing these videos. I really enjoy learning about bees

[@kimble005]

I absolutely love your videos! Thanks for sharing.

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks for watching!

[@jacobbartel437]

gotta love the commodity from you two working together

[@captain776]

That’s a hell of a hive

[@628DirtRooster]

Loaded!

[@FernvalleyFarm]

nice my suppers just went on last week up here your makeing a ton of honey good job

[@628DirtRooster]

Wishing you a good harvest

[@Goodnews4man]

Crazy thought, but being around an old man with a cane who speaks with authority is a reassuring feeling for me.

[@mbgal7758]

I had looked away for a second and heard Pete talking funny and I thought he must have taken some stings to the lips but fortunately he was ok 😂 I always think the bees must be so pissed at those pollen traps, they work themselves to death bringing in that pollen to feed their babies and then they bring it home and it all disappears before they get in the hive. It’s always nice to see your dad. Thanks for another great video.

[@628DirtRooster]

It's probably like when you go shopping and you get home only to realize you must have left the bag with all the cookies at check out.

[@keithcoffin9161]

Great video of your dad. Glad to see he is doing well. As are you and Pete. Nice cut out have not seen one like that in a while. Prayers and safety to everyone. Keith

[@628DirtRooster]

It has been a while since we pulled one from the top.

[@jwredgirl73]

Thank you for bringing us along on yet another beezy adventure. My grandkids are gonna be so happy to watch this in the morning when they wake up. Be safe, stay healthy and ❤️ from 🇨🇦 fan

[@628DirtRooster]

Had all our grands in town this week. Good times.

[@lisacates3854]

I personally like Dirt Rooster because he’s easy to follow even for a newby like me & he really gives good advice. My husband & I went & saved a hive from being killed & it was horribly infested with beetle larva. The bees absconded. I watched him on how to kill the larva & save the comb. I rendered it & get the wax. Soapy water did the job when nothing else I tried would. One KZbinr said to just burn everything it’s a waste of time & ruined. I pretty much listen to him when I need advice…which is a lot of the time!!!

[@timb.2456]

Hey rooster.i was asking Mr Ed if you guys had any videos coming up together. He said keep watching you guys are working on some stuff . Much love for you both from the 228 lol OS

[@astralworm7277]

Love watching your videos, you always make them so interesting. Love the interaction with your dad and friends, you're all awesome 😊

[@628DirtRooster]

Only took 14 hours to edit this one. :(

[@randlerichardson5826]

Hey Rooster 🐓 I pray y’all had a great day today Amen 🙏

[@BrooklynHudson]

If I lived near a river like that, I'd get me a pontoon. How awesome!

[@628DirtRooster]

I've been thinking about a pontoon boat.

[@ECP]

Sweet HELLO DIRT ROOSTER 👋👋👋👋👋

[@thomasbroderick1765]

Thanks for the new video! Glad to see you are all well. Many blessings to you and yours all the way from Cali.

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks a bunch Thomas

[@slipshankd1307]

A lot of people don't like dark honey but I love it.

[@628DirtRooster]

I like it better than light.

[@shammi8133]

Good vid thank you

[@Balinor72]

Always great to see your dad getting around nicely. You and Pete make a great team.

[@lisacates3854]

Thank you.

[@airportadam]

What a spot on that queen!

[@HENRYBERRYLOWRY1845]

Love the videos!! Much better options available for water proofing walkable areas.

[@WilliamMcNett]

I've overwintered 2 triple stacked 5 frames here in South East Michigan 👍

[@628DirtRooster]

Good stuff

[@scottmarshall6766]

Smorgasbord of bees today folks.... Starting with Dad doing the tagline. What's not to love? Great time, I needed a break here and this was just what I needed to get my spirits up. It reminds me that I need to take a ride and check my swarm traps, we finally got some swarming weather here in Central NY. Your shot of 35,000 lbs of bees (with hives) has me remembering to put the jacket in the truck. I wish it was a Guardian, also wish I had enough bees to scare me like the truckload, or even the nuc stack, maybe we should do a photo contest, most extreme hive. I'm sure there would be some wild ones. Seems like the southern bees have better aim though, you guys are always getting stung in bad places. Nose is bad, edge of nostril is extreme. I read somewhere where they were interviewing an actor, and when asked how he summons his best cry, he replied "I just pull a nose hair before they start rolling". he would have done well with a bee sting to the nostril. ok, bloviated enough, and Mr Ed got his in. Back to work. Good video guys - you have a great team. Thanks!

[@whotknots]

It is thoroughly enjoyable watching and listening to a fine gentleman like your Dad and am pleased he looks to be in reasonably good health. Pollen traps are yet another thing I learned about Bee keeping watching your site, God bless you both. I find I often rush over to the general internet to search for information regarding terms and items of equipment I see during presentations by yourself, Mr Ed and JPthebeeman. What river does that swamp open on to and is it anywhere near the sea? Because I don't otherwise know how that boat could put all those engines to use safely and legally! It looked like somebody found a rocket on the beach and turned it into a boat and I reckon it probably needed a fuel tank about that big too! I recently watched some blogs by an engineering company that modifies engines to produce crazy amounts of power. Evidently some of them were for airboats which caused me to wonder if they are widely used in swamps in that part of the US?

[@cricketscorner6514]

If your posting that means the storm didn't get yall too bad.👍👍

[@628DirtRooster]

Our tomato plants leaned over a little.

[@chuckjohnson4746]

Always good to see your dad out in the yard :)

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks Chuck

[@WillaHerrera]

You talking about pushing over this boxes reminded me of the time I loaned my buddy my dump trailer. The sides are about 6 feet tall. Well he needed my hand truck and I stopped by his shop to drop off the hand truck and he wasn't there. I didn't want the hand truck stolen so I lifted it up and over the side of my trailer. Well.. I didn't realize that he had the entire floor of the trailer full of full nucs. I never ran so fast in my life. Let's just say the hand truck smacking those nucs pissed some girls off.

[@628DirtRooster]

I'll bet your 100 yard time was impressive.

[@WillaHerrera]

@@628DirtRooster my big ass was moving lol

[@kevinbyrne4538]

Glad to see you and dad working together. Those bees were so calm. I don't expect bees to occupy that space again. Good job !

[@628DirtRooster]

That was a permanent eviction. :)

[@towerjokey]

Your dad is looking good!

[@timothypirnat3754]

Randy, I love your dad. I bet there is a lot I could learn from him.

[@628DirtRooster]

He loves to teach

[@pnwRC.]

I wish my dad & I shared a hobby in common!

[@628DirtRooster]

I know what you mean but with my son. Don't have many common interests.

[@WillaHerrera]

9:58 One of my favorite songs EVER. If you were alive in the 70's you'll know this song. I was born in 1971 and used to think my older brother was a DISCO KING. he had big tall black shoes bell bottom pants huge collars and a super fast bright blue 1973 AMC Javelin SST jacked up in the back wth wide tires. That car would spin donuts until you were blind from white smoke. He was my idol in the 70s and 80s

[@628DirtRooster]

Those were the days!

[@bryanroberts]

I agree with you on the drill vs impact.. Some people dont have enough behind to keep that bit making contact..lol

[@628DirtRooster]

That’s Pete’s problem. He needs more meat on his bones.

[@debrahargett9757]

Bees...... nutin but bees.....I like it

[@mkaysartfuljourney1239]

Nice catch.

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks Mrs.Kay. It was a good one.

[@armpitfuzz]

I TRULY enjoy your dads fierce-less way of dealing with bees. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree. I would love to see the revival of the 80's workout leggings in full flow, with the head band.

[@jmichaelsbees8857]

Bees are swimming!

[@628DirtRooster]

Like little air boats.

[@heleavesthe99]

Just started liking your vids, but I've been subscribed for about two years. You'll have to forgive me. I get so busy watching the video I forget. Not anymore. Great catch by the way.

[@628DirtRooster]

I appreciate the thumbs ups. :)

[@carschmn]

Your dad is looking good

[@628DirtRooster]

Yes he is

[@artofbrowneyedgirl]

good to see the master again (Dad)

[@georgesmith8255]

I think it’s cool you guys give the good honey to the property owner…my uncle In Florida had bees…I think he used to take them around to the orange groves…I was pretty young when he passed so not sure what he did

[@elizabethrogers1152]

Bout time Mr Randy you gave your Dad some airtime!

[@628DirtRooster]

I know. Been too long.

[@elizabethrogers1152]

@@628DirtRooster dam skippy 🤭

[@donnierobertson3088]

Nice job and video

[@RobloxbroALT]

You are definitely the “Bee Whisperer” even though you have huge mitts, you sure do have a way with them bees 🐝 I just found your channel a week ago and I’ve been binge watching all of your videos and you guys have awesome personality. Thank you for sharing your knowledge because my fear of bees have subsided because of your videos. Still hasn’t helped with wasps or hornets but those ones are just bastards PERIOD! Much love from Canada 🇨🇦

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks for joining us S Bailey. Hope you enjoy for years to come.

[@RobloxbroALT]

628DirtRooster Bees still binge watching your videos 🐝 I’ll be around as long as you have videos 😉

[@IcemanMobile]

Great. Your dad is looking good. God bless.

[@subpoppy1]

Freeman catamarans are so bad ass. That's big money bro. Remember when having twin outboard was big pimpin'? I'm back in MS. Visiting momma up in Alcorn County. Decided to ride my motorcycle home from Cali. Always look forward to your content.

[@628DirtRooster]

I remember when having any single engine above 200 hp was big pimpin

[@jlastre]

Hey Rooster. I haven't been on your channel for a bit but glad to see you and your dad. Although, I think you might have to buy him a white suit and call him the Colonel. Bee careful of those murder hornets.

[@628DirtRooster]

I'll just get him a chicken bucket.

[@chrisburkey2268]

I wish i could love this because of the intro

[@628DirtRooster]

Thanks Chris

[@ringbling420]

Oh my gosh I frickin love your dad please feature him more!

[@628DirtRooster]

We'll try

[@eddiehughes5947]

Am craving honey now

[@eddiehughes5947]

I can appreciate bees now

[@cswatson4823]

Your Dad is the official announcer of 628 Rooster Beekeeping

[@JPthebeeman]

Your comment couldn’t be more appropriate as I’m currently removing bees from a 2’ tall brick wall, sitting on my butt. That Foreigner song “Waiting For A Girl Like You” Lol Dude! Talk about good timing. 😉👍🐝

[@628DirtRooster]

I'm liking these seated removals. Even better when accompanied by good music. Got two more seated removals lined up.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

Good to see Pop, Tommy and I wonder about your sidekick, whether he's prone to ingesting contraband substances. That was a DANDY hive. Glad yall got it. Eat more bacon and remain calm! GBWYall!

[@circleoflifeoutdoors3917]

That looked about as messy as the cut out I did last year under a bathroom vanity. As always great video, looking forward to the next one.

[@popquizzz]

Randy, so glad to see your Dad doing well. But I noticed you and I contracted the Covid-19-Extra-Pounds. I challenge you to a diet duel.

[@sheritatabner5444]

I sure wish you would do a basic beekeeping how and why class. I'm just starting out and there is so much I don't know. So much to learn, and no one around here to learn from.

[@628DirtRooster]

We used to. :(

[@sheritatabner5444]

@@628DirtRooster That's too bad. On a better note, I may be running out your direction early next year. I'd like to chat bees if you have the time. I'll even buy lunch.

[@DerekFisherbees]

You need some leg warms to go with your headband.

[@628DirtRooster]

I don’t think they make those in my size. Hip waders is the closest thing I could find probably.

[@kathyhathaway8823]

I glad you did that pollen trap video. What brand is it ? . How strong should a hive be before one is installed or does it matter? . How much days on an days off should it be collecting ?. I would really like to try them . I have saw very little on pollen traps that would be a great video you an your dad could do an show more about them . Thanks for all your video’s.

[@randlerichardson5826]

Yeah I’d like to see you guys in action

[@GrimKeeper9011]

Thats a ton of honey.

[@dwightpickens2895]

You really have your hands full

[@628DirtRooster]

That's no lie

[@cherylcarnes4207]

You guys are so funny. I love "name that vocalist" ...Blondie. You wouldn't want a copyright penalty. Tell Pete to wear a helmet next time. In the beginning was that a rocket? Thanks Randy and Pete.

[@628DirtRooster]

That was a rocket

[@RICDirector]

I wonder if you could wash out uncapped honey laden comb and make mead....?

[@628DirtRooster]

You definitely could

[@wolfwolf3741]

Awesome family effort! Thank you for the vids! Just a question; is this what you live off? I mean, do you have other jobs? Or do the bees provide for you Sir? Sorry if thats too personal, I am just wondering if this hobby is enough to live of.... thank you!

[@628DirtRooster]

Depends on your needs as to whether you can live off this hobby

[@georgegoertzen4723]

You ever pull out freezer burnt meat? That's dehydrated meat. Freezer will do a good job drying it out too.

[@628DirtRooster]

I think you're right

[@huckstirred7112]

I paused the video to go fix pancakes , and i will cover them in honey

[@628DirtRooster]

LOL

[@Pinion512]

Your pop is the best.

[@emmanueludoh77]

21:50 I'm guessing by the shriek in the background that Jeff got stung?

[@628DirtRooster]

He did

[@uluacom]

🔥

[@rbkb2]

What happens to all the honey that’s on the bottom board? Does it get cleaned up or left and how does it get cleaned off so the insulation does not get soaked. Just asking my brother and thank you for all the great videos.

[@628DirtRooster]

We scraped the heaviest part into a drywall mud pan to scoop it out then wiped the rest up with shop towels.

[@rbkb2]

628DirtRooster Bees thank you for the info and quick reply. I watch all the videos religiously, not a keeper of the bees as of yet but it intrigues me. I suppose one day I will have a hive and with all the knowledge you have shared with us, I cannot fail. Thank you for all you do for us and the bees. Roger

[@ptjzmemory]

What is up with your head? I couldn't at first figure out what the heck you were wearing! I trust your skin issues will resolve soon. At least you were laughing a lot in this video as usual! Hey it is great to see your Dad and brother. 😊

[@628DirtRooster]

Got to get rid of some bad spots on my skin. Having to use chemo cream. Fun stuff.

[@ptjzmemory]

@@628DirtRooster Not fun. Heal up soon. Or you may start a new 80's headband trend!

[@stevenkeegan6260]

Randy. Prior to closing up that job, does all that honey have to be power washed out, or sopped up some how ( before putting the insulation in), or, can it just be left? Good video by the way, and your dad looks great. Thanks.

[@628DirtRooster]

We mopped it up

[@stufarnham]

That is some beautiful Honey! Rooster, you dad seems like a nice feller, makes you question the whole heredity thing. Stu

[@628DirtRooster]

True. I turned out meaner than him. haha

[@CastleHives]

Wish I was harvesting honey already. . Lol

[@trybrad]

Olivia Newton John song "Lets get Physical"

[@628DirtRooster]

Yes

[@whatsgoingon2433]

Not here first again

[@tomasjosefvela1]

Out of curiosity what would happen if you framed up brood like that covered/saturated with honey? Could they clean it? Also brings up a question I always forget to ask, all eggs in cells have royal jelly, right? then if it's going to be made queen it's loaded with more royal jelly? what about worker brood and drones, what and how are they fed? could larva eat honey? I know by watching Hornet King that hornets and wasps bring meat to the larva which is then eaten and then regurgitated to feed the adults. I know bees aren't quite like that but also made me wonder what and how bee larva are fed..... A bit long winded I know, feel free to just tell me to google it lol. THANKS!!!

[@628DirtRooster]

They will clean it if you make them which can require a little effort. The capped brood isn't really hurt. It's the open brood that would be affected/drown. The wouldn't be able to clean it fast enough though and small hive beetles would start getting a foot hold and a rotten smell would get in there from the dead larvae they didn't get to.

[@tomasjosefvela1]

@@628DirtRooster Very interesting, thanks!

[@MyEejit]

can i ask a question please, when bee`s swarm as in a big ball of bee`s on a tree branch etc, why dont the bee`s in the middle get suffocated or killed by the heat that is generated, thanks in advance for any replies

[@sarahdlp524]

What is the behaviour at 4.35? What are they doing, and why?

[@edq4383]

Had a quick question. Will a new queen first start laying new drone to replace the genetics or will they go for workers? I’m interested to determine if the new queen tries to overturn the elites and gets political by focusing on changing the new brood to her line. Bee politics and cultural revolution.

[@ابوكرمللسيراميك]

good job . I have a question. Do you find Varroa in wild beehives?

[@628DirtRooster]

Yes

[@capebee4839]

Can you please show some details of the pollen trap? Where do you purchase it?

[@628DirtRooster]

Most supply companies carry them. Dadant, Mann Lake, Betterbee...

[@shannonstephens4245]

So how does that pollen get in the boxes Rooster?

[@paulajay8525]

How did you clean up all the honey? Maybe I missed that part

[@628DirtRooster]

Mopped it up