Techniques used to successfully bait a swarm trap.

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With the lengthening daylight hours, the abundance of flowering trees and bushes, and warmer weather approaching, it can only mean that swarm season is upon us. That's right, swarm season is here and that means it's time to set our swarm traps.
On this video I will once again review my favorite tricks on enticing a swarm of bees to move into one of my traps. There's nothing new that I will be saying, but because I love catching swarms so much, I can't help but repeat myself. Of course, It is my hope that what I have to share will make your chances of catching some free bees a greater possibility.
Also, with the start of swarm season, another swarm challenge with the 628 Dirt Rooster begins again. As most of you are familiar with the mud slinging we throw to each other, I'm once again hoping to get as little mud on me as possible while at the same time maximizing the amount that sticks to the Dirty Rooster. We shall see how things reveal themselves.
So, without further delay, let's check out the Mr. Ed swarm catching techniques. God's peace to all. Mr. Ed

[@lynngramm8147]

I'm so glad you showed us that we can use a hive box to catch a swarm. I thought I'd have to build one, and I'm not a carpenter. many blessings brother

[@JohnElHanafi]

Jeff, I can smell that lemon grass all the way here in Pennsylvania Haha!

[@JeffHorchoff]

I love the way it smells. Thanks for watching. God's peace John. Mr. Ed

[@renewaloflife7702]

Mr.Ed, Something kept me away from ur new video yesterday and it just wasn't right starting my Friday with out Mr. Ed's bee video's. I finally got to watch it this morning it's always good!!!!! The bee's will be very blessed having u as their keeper!!!! You make them feel like home!!!! Always a smile from u and ur lifted spirits makes me feel like home 🏡

[@JeffHorchoff]

To me, it makes no difference when you watch one of my bee wrangling adventures, I'm always grateful that you take your time and do so. So nice of you to say my videos lift your spirt, I'm very happy they can do that for you. You know you are home when you open the door and smell a apple pie baking. Thanks for watching. God's peace always Mona. Mr. Ed

[@cherylcarnes4207]

I was just saying to my sis that here it already the 19th of March. The days fly by so fast now. It's time for swarms already. Thank you Jesus and please bless this man who takes such good care of these beautiful creatures you put here for our benefit. Keep making them and I'll be watching. Thank you Jeff and stay well.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thank you so much for your blessings and kind words Cheryl, they are greatly appreciated. I'll keep making videos as long as folk will watch. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@stevefarms7494]

I love swarm trap season and when I check them I get excited and praying I got a swarm almost like I was on Xmas morning .. Even if I don't get a swarm it still fun .... Happy beekeeping

[@JeffHorchoff]

I feel the exact same way, it's really exciting. I hope you do well this season. God's peace Steve. Mr. Ed

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

You have pulled bees out of that garage on a previous video as I remember. You are the "Swarm Master"!!!! Thanks Mr. Ed.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Every year since 1998. I probably have pulled 50 swarms over the years. God's peace Rodney. Mr. Ed

[@sandraleishman878]

Thank you for sharing Jeff. Love all the birds singing in the background. Spring is coming!

[@JeffHorchoff]

The pleasure is all mine, thanks so much for taking the time to watch. The cat bird was really talking on this video. God's peace Sandra. Mr. Ed

[@ehabradiology]

I like your videos, and I learn a lot from them.

[@hmbogi]

No wonder you have so many bee successes. Prayer is powerful 😇

[@JeffHorchoff]

It's the strongest tool in my arsenal. I don't start a day without it. Thanks for watching. God's peace Holly. Mr. Ed

[@davidprice9758]

Hi Jeff thank you so much for your prayers when I became ill. Sorry to find you have left Fb. I am doing very well again. My new partner Charlotte and I love watching you, Wreck it Raph and Good time Charlie along with JP, Shawee, Dirtrooster and Yappy. Glad to see you're all doing so well and love how much you all have come in the last 3 years. Much love David and Charlotte ❤❤

[@JeffHorchoff]

So happy to hear you are well David, I have missed hearing from you. Happy to also know you are with Charlotte and that you both share an interest in my bee wrangling adventures. FB became to much a distraction for me and I only focus on my KZbin channel now, it keeps me very busy. Looking forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@markmann6796]

I believe your video might have addressed the problem, but I’ll ask anyway. My swarm traps are attracting swarms, but they’re collecting on the outside of the swarm boxes (one actually built a nice structure under it.) I have three screened holes in each swarm trap, one on either end, and one on the bottom. Inside are a few trays of old comb, and of course lemon grass oil. Should I plug these holes (except for entrance?) Thanks for your videos! PS: You’re videos on hive splitting are especially excellent. I employ this method down to the finest detail. Thank you for providing clear and concise reasoning and instruction. You have a particular talent in producing videos that are entertaining, direct, very enjoyable to view, and all without wasting time. As viewers we don’t often enough say “thank you”, but one needs only to see your YT following to appreciate the fine job you do. Stay well, and keep your spirit nurtured. My week is not complete without your Friday morning presentations! In His spirit, Mark Clinton, OK

[@JeffHorchoff]

First, thank you for your very kind words Mark. It brings me great joy to share my bee keeping experiences, and I'm very grateful to all who follow along with them. As far as your traps, I have always thought swarms prefer complete darkness when choosing a home. Still, I have had swarms build under the trap as well. However, for the most part, they will build inside of the trap. Don't lose hope and continue setting and baiting the traps, they really catch bees. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@Certified_Loggie]

Thanks! Going to set my traps out soon.

[@JeffHorchoff]

You are very welcome, glad to hear you found the info useful. 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

[@JeepPatriot2010]

I love that you pray

[@JeffHorchoff]

It's the best tool I have, and always successful when used. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@silversage03]

That was pretty amazing! I'm trying to learn all I can until I'm able to get my own set up. You made this video the day my dear Mom left us. She'd have loved hearing your laugh and the Cardinals chirping in the background of your other videos! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@JeffHorchoff]

I am so sorry to hear about your mom passing. I know very well the pain of losing your mom as mine just passed away on the 13th of February. Keep on watching and learning, but most of all, have fun doing it. It is a real joy for me to share my bee wrangling experiences, thank you for watching them. God's peace Deborah. Mr. Ed

[@silversage03]

@@JeffHorchoff my condolences. Keep smiling and I'll keep watching and learning.

[@glennmartin8949]

Thanks Mr. Ed for responding to my question. I really appreciate it!!

[@JeffHorchoff]

You are very welcome, and thank you for taking the time to watch the video. God's peace Glenn. Mr. Ed

[@ricardodominguez3785]

Thank you for the class ! Great video !

[@JeffHorchoff]

You are very welcome, glad to hear you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. God' peace Ricardo. Mr. Ed

[@rontronnesjr]

Jeff, PLEASE stop saying you're lazy lol. I watch your videos and you work hard. You just like to save time, not lazy. Love that you say a prayer when you set your swarm traps. Great information as usual! Thanks for sharing. Hope you're doing well - still making your mom proud, she's watching over you from Heaven.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thanks so much for your kind words and remembering Wow, it is tremendously appreciated. God's peace Ron. Mr. Ed

[@b.c.9358]

I loved your little prayer for the bees

[@JeffHorchoff]

It makes the process complete. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@MrGoosePit]

Let the competition begin! Good luck on the swarm catches Mr. Ed. You are off to a great start!

[@JeffHorchoff]

I predict it's going to get a very competitive competition this year, we shall see. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@stonkpuppets6393]

I caught one yesterday and was blessed to bee there when it happened. God is good!!

[@JeffHorchoff]

So happy for you, way to go! God is good! Check out the link below showing the swarm move in on one of my boxes. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJCVmKh9bLWXaqM

[@carlland9024]

Awesome!!!! Catching swarms is my favorite part of keeping bees. My traps are setting by the shop door ready to be hung as soon as the snow finishes melting. That’s for all of your time and expertise Mr Ed.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I know you can hardly wait, and it's great to hear you are already to set them out. I hope the fishing is good for you this year. God's peace Carl. Mr. Ed

[@bcjoey9944]

I missed class last week. I don't have an excuse note but I'm glad to bee back today. Thanks Professor Jeff.

[@JeffHorchoff]

You can always make up the work at the end of the term. God's peace Joey. Mr. Ed

[@maryjanebeatty6030]

Great to see your bee season get started Mr. Ed! Looking forward to watching this season’s success!!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thanks Mary Jane, I'm anxious to see how the season turns out as well. We shall see. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@zacharyrosmanitz7547]

Your videos are so wholesome, keep it up!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thank you very much for your kind words and for taking the time to watch. God's peace Zachary. Mr. Ed

[@michaelfike7542]

Got about 12 out now and hopefully swarms move in soon. Great information and video. 👍❤🐝🐝🐝

[@JeffHorchoff]

You are fishing HARD! Best wishes to a successful swarm season. God's peace Michael. Mr. Ed

[@annayudin290]

12?! 😳

[@michaelfike7542]

@@annayudin290 yes i have them spread out long distance for me and a friend.

[@kjamesjr]

Did you get any?

[@WhiTiger]

What a fun video. Sure did enjoy it! It must be spring, the birds were singing their hearts out. 💗 I hope you and your family are doing alright. Sending prayers and love.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Spring is in the air and so are the swarms, I do love the season. Thank you for your prayers and love. God's peace Stephonie. Mr. Ed

[@glennmartin8949]

Hi Mr. Ed. Can you tell me where I can buy the tool that you use for inserting the Q Tips into the bait boxes? Also thanks for all the great videos. I’ve learned a lot from um.

[@konradrueb1567]

@@glennmartin8949 hi Glen the tools called a flexcable pickup tool i grabbed mine on ebay but amazon has them too.

[@carlgomm9699]

I remember using anise oil for catching a swarm, nice show !!

[@TheLaLaFarm]

This is a great introduction to swarm catching. I have subscribed to follow along with you. - Rick

[@JeffHorchoff]

So glad to hear you found the info useful, I'm happy to share what works well for me. Also, thank you very much for subbing to my channel, and I look forward to hearing from you again. God's peace Rick. Mr. Ed

[@JeromeBeeFarm]

Your prayers work quite well. Ah the ole trusty brick column and the swarm vortex. I hear lemon grass oil is good to clean out your ears with those Q tips - can you demonstrate for us? Good to see you Mr. Horchoff. You should find Dirt Rooster's traps, while he's away, and put your exploding snake gag inside them. LOL

[@JeffHorchoff]

The best baits you can use for swarm traps pale in comparison to the power of prayer, that's the real secret of success. Of course remembering where you catch swarms year after year helps as well. Great hearing from you D. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@85Niner]

Jeff, your love for the bees and your obvious care for all of God’s creation is what brought me to your channel. Now through you I have found Dirtrooster and JP too. God’s Peace to you.

[@JeffHorchoff]

We are all friends and share the love for bees as a common connector. Thank you for your blessings and for watching. God's peace Jeff. Mr. Ed

[@lmvicente1]

Love a MAN OF GOD!!! I’m allergic to bees but I still love them for what they do for us humans 💙💖💖🐝🐝🐝

[@JeffHorchoff]

The beauty and marvel of God's creation simply points to Him, we can see the face of God in all of His creation, humans as well, if we but chose to do so. I certainly see God in the humble honey bee. Thanks for watching. God's peace LisaMarie. Mr. Ed

[@lmvicente1]

@@JeffHorchoff thank you Mr. Ed. Same to you Sir.

[@roseroberson5010]

@@JeffHorchoff Amen Brother. So wonderful to see a man boldly proclaim the truth of God and the marvels of His creation. Hoping and have prayed to catch my first swarm this year.

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

Hey Mr. Ed. I collected my first swarm today. It was small but it was so much fun!!!!! I posted it on KZbin. Thanks!!!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Small or large, its free bees, way to go Rodney! Thanks for watching. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@ruthwalton3457]

Mr Ed 😊thankyou for loving and caring for the bees❤

[@JeffHorchoff]

And thank you Ruth for your support, kind words, and for taking the time to watch my bee wrangling adventures. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@lynsmith2698]

Here i am sitting here watching it snow but anxious to getting to work in the beeyard and you are in your shirt sleeves setting swarm traps. Great video, a person can never learn too much. Love hearing all the birds, sounds like spring

[@JeffHorchoff]

Your chance to get in your yard is coming soon, I'm really blessed to have such a long bee season. Thanks for watching. God's peace Lyn. Mr. Ed

[@JaneHenderson]

God bless you Jeff.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thank you so much for your blessing and for watching. God's peace Jane. Mr. Ed

[@spudgn]

Thanks Ed. A blessing on all of us.

[@JeffHorchoff]

You are very welcome, we can use as many blessings as we can get! Thanks for watching. God's peace Harvey. Mr. Ed

[@low-visionliving376]

Mr. Ed, always interesting to watch your videos. This one made me smile hearing you say “let’s go fishing“ drew me back to Bayou St. John 50 years ago! Blessings on your fishing season my friend. Eric“The silver bridge“

[@JeffHorchoff]

I remember those days on the bayou like they were yesterday, such great times and no responsibilities at all, we certainly did have fun! Thank you for your blessings and for watching. God's peace Eric. Mr. Ed

[@wilfredkube8570]

I'm not quite first, but good to see another episide from Mr Ed.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thanks Wilfred, just as long as you watch it makes me happy. Thank you for doing that! Until the next one, God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@egparis18]

Hey Jeff. That was a very interesting video. It's good to see you all cheerful in the sunshine and to see that you've already got a catch. I'm sending up a little prayer for the rest. God bless and see you soon

[@JeffHorchoff]

Swarm season is one of the best time of the year....free bees for anyone who wants them! Thank you for your blessing and for watching. God's peace Elaine. Mr. Ed

[@michaelwolfe9212]

Thanks for making this video. Our first swarm trap is going out tonight!!

[@JeffHorchoff]

You are very welcome, I'm happy to help. Best wishes for a successful swarm catch. Thanks for watching. God's peace Michael. Mr. Ed

[@mbgal7758]

Another fun video and that was a great surprise at the end! Every one you catch is one that doesn’t move in to those people’s houses 😆

[@JeffHorchoff]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the video, and it's always a surprise to find when a swarm moves into a trap. I'm certainly hopeful it will happen often this season. Thanks for watching. God's peace Heather. Mr. Ed

[@TimeIsHoney]

Set a swarm trap this week and am starting to see some activity already :)

[@JeffHorchoff]

AWESOME! Let me know when you catch your first one. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@TimeIsHoney]

@@JeffHorchoff certainly will sir!! Thank you for all your knowledge and wisdom!!

[@Queensley]

MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU ABUNDANTLY MR.Ed! You are SUCH a Joyous man of God! Your content is ❤️ warming! MAY YOUR DAYS BE LONG AND FOREVER PROSPEROUS IN JESUS MIGHTY NAME!!!!!! 🙏🏾❤️🥳🤗

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thank you so much for your wonderful, beautiful blessings and the kind words you have spoken on my behalf. Until the next time, God's peace sister. Mr. Ed

[@yoopermann7942]

thank you for the tips, now to find some "old equipment", i already have the lemongrass oil,

[@JeffHorchoff]

You can do it, happy hunting. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@yoopermann7942]

@@JeffHorchoff would it/this work with "new equipment" that has had a chance to air out work? thank you for the videos

[@JeffHorchoff]

@@yoopermann7942 Sure it would, using old equipment just has the smell of bees already in it. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@gazinta]

I remember that column. There's a very vigorous hive in the area. The gift and blessing that keeps on giving. Thank you Jesus in advance!!

[@JeffHorchoff]

It's like the Fruit of the month from David and David, it's the gift that keeps on giving. Thank you Jesus! God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@gopherbar]

Hay Mr Ed nice to see you out and about again excellent video thanks for your tutorial

[@JeffHorchoff]

Great to hear from you as well, but I still continue posting videos every Friday. Thanks for watching. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@minniesmomma6374]

A few years ago a swarm was trying to move into my house up here in the Rio area of Bogalusa. I had never experienced a bee swarm before or even knew about them. We called Jeff and he came and put a box out with Lemongrass and boom next day we had bees in the box. He waited a few weeks and came and picked the box up. I always wondered if I put another box would we be able to catch another swarm. It was very exciting to me. God Bless everyone.

[@JeffHorchoff]

And when you see a swarm this year, call me, you know I'll bee there. Also, thanks so much for your kind letter. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@lorrainecampbell6448]

Being from Bakersfield, CA,. I can assure the Dirt Rooster that the almond tree flow is in FULL spring. There is pollen EVERYWHERE!

[@beesybee8921]

Almonds is done already I already pulled my bees out

[@JeffHorchoff]

Don't bee surprised if he shows up at your house looking for a bacon sandwich. God's peace Lorraine. Mr. Ed

[@alx252]

@@JeffHorchoff ... Ah, Not only a video about swarm trapping, also one about rooster trapping baits...

[@JOSIANGREENVLOGS]

Wonderful video

[@JeffHorchoff]

Glad you enjoyed the video, and in case you'd like to see more of my bee wrangling adventures, there are about 420 already posted. And, if that is not enough for you, I post a new one every Friday. Thanks for watching, and I hope to hear from you again soon. The link below is from the video I posted today. God's peace. Mr. Ed kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJDZZYGAa5V8o9E

[@markmurphy8303]

Hi Jeff, going to be putting my swarm traps up this weekend it’s official it’s the first day of spring over here in the UK 🇬🇧. I also use lemon grass oil and it’s never failed me yet, the swarm that’s moved into your box gives me hope it’s going to be a great year for swarm catching. Thank you Jeff and godbless my friend.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I wish you all the best on catching swarms this year, nothing beats free bees. Thank you for your blessings and for watching. God's peace Mark. Mr. Ed

[@chelsealeonardbaum23]

Thank you Jeff

[@JeffHorchoff]

You are very welcome Chelsea, and thank you for watching as well. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@jeffburnham6611]

Many mechanics use a tools like the one you have when they drop a nut or bolt or other small object down around the engine where a hand won't fit. I've used them for putting into sink drains to pull out things that have fallen down inside-sometimes there will be a magnet on one end.

[@JeffHorchoff]

The person who invented this contraption was a genius. Thanks for watching. God's peace Jeff. Mr. Ed

[@briancostello6892]

What’s it called & where can I get one.

[@badassbees3680]

Great tips! I'm stacking equipment today I hope some move in, we're early but I have 5 traps out so far.Have a Blessed Day Jeff!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Spring time, the best time of the year...and the pursuit of free bees certainly makes it fun. Best wishes for all your successes. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@sweetgothevo5897]

Another interesting vid. Always great to see that cheery face 😁😃😎.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thanks Suki, always a good thing knowing you are following along. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@MikeB0001]

Good luck on this years quest for freebies! Still a couple months to wait here to put out my traps.😃👍🏻👍🏻

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thanks Mike, I know you are biting at the bit. Good luck to you as well. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@eduardomieryteran3451]

out of curiosity, who are the patron saints of beekeepers?

[@JeffHorchoff]

The 4 that I am most familiar with are Abigail, Ambrose, Valentine, and Bernard of Clairvaux. Our honey house is named the Ambrose Honey House in honor of St Ambrose and we celebrate his Feast Day, December 7, with a honey tasting event at the honey house. Thanks for watching. God's peace Eduardo. Mr. Ed

[@eduardomieryteran3451]

@@JeffHorchoff thank you!

[@BlanchardsBees]

I like the LGO and Swarm Commander.🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝

[@JeffHorchoff]

Both work very well, but the lemon grass oil is way cheaper. Thanks for watching. God's pece. Mr. Ed

[@9realitycheck9]

Not an ad... but the bait, "Swarm Commander" does the trick for me. Its pricy, but I swear by it. ... I live by & love your 4th bit of advice. 🙏 #GodLovesAll

[@JeffHorchoff]

Good stuff, and works really well. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@1d1hamby]

What's lemongrass Earl? LOL 😆 Thanks for the footage 🦶, and keep up the great work! 👍

[@JeffHorchoff]

Sometimes it helps to keep a dictionary from the south in your library to help understand the way we speak. Glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@1d1hamby]

@@JeffHorchoff Personally I love the different accents and ways of saying words all over the world. Makes things more interesting. Do you know anyone that says patterin?

[@sepilok8278]

Fishing and bee keeping, nice.

[@JeffHorchoff]

The perfect blend. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@bethmorano1452]

Thanks for the info! When the snow melts I’ll be ready!!😂4 patron saints of bee keepers! Do you know their names? The birds sound awesome!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Abigail, Ambrose, Valentine, and Bernard of Clairvoux are the ones I'm familiar with. Our Honey House is named the St. Ambrose Honey House.That was one happy bird for sure. Thanks for watching. God's peace Beth. Mr. Ed

[@GEEZBEEZ]

Thanks for the tips. Great information as always. Take care. God bless.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Nothing beats free bees, unless it's free honey. Thanks for your blessing and for watching. God's peace Garry. Mr. Ed

[@426superbee4]

Why i like swarms, better than Splits is > THERE READY TO GO TO WORK. There primed up and ready to do it. That all i use is Lemongrass oil, on a piece of rag . THAT IT if i got some empty brood comb, i do put it in there, but not necessary to do so. The wax moths over the last few years. I really want even put it in there any more> I still got the battle marks from them 1 1/2 years ago They tore me up big time. The hives that didn't have the oil traps

[@JeffHorchoff]

You are correct, a swarm of bees, particularly the early spring swarms, are primed and ready to go to work. Very often I will pull honey from these swarms in June even though I caught them in February or March. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@426superbee4]

There 1st year is rare, they make honey. but some does 😉 Some just booms right on along. This 1 swarm i called 9 lives > Just keep on throwing out 9 queens cells a whack. I made a lot of splits off of them 36 splits b4 the ant ran em off. They went into there sister hive. and no more queen cells 😩

[@timan2039]

Swarm traps also help maintain genetic diversity not only in your bee yards but your neighbors and wild hives too. A rare win-win in my mind.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I do love adding good genetics to our yards, like you said, it's a win/win situation. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@dchubad]

it is a shame you havn't managed to get a complete video of a swarm moving into a hive from start to finnish, would love to see that

[@JeffHorchoff]

There is this one, one of my all time favorites. Thanks for watching. God's peace Dion. Mr. Ed kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJCVmKh9bLWXaqM

[@garryhancock3394]

Just wondered if it was worth putting a couple of drops of the oil on the outside of the box to bring them in?

[@JeffHorchoff]

One shot at the entrance is all that is needed on the outside, I do it all the 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 Garry. Mr. Ed

[@snakejumper3277]

I watched a swarm leave one of my colonies and stop thirty feet up a pine tree this morning. I've set up two boxes like this but I didn't lay on hands & pray for the Lord to bless them. I'll go out and take care of that tomorrow.

[@JeffHorchoff]

There are no guarantees when it comes to catching swarms, but I certainly place a lot of trust in the prayer as a main component. Best wishes on future successes with swarms. God's peace Charles. Mr. Ed

[@TexasBeekeeper]

Lookin' good! Good luck!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thanks, and good luck with your swarm catching as well. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@sentimentalbloke7586]

I use moldy old slum gum scattered in the bottom of the trap.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Another great trick, best wishes for a good fishing season. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@adryawebb2556]

Wonderful video and information, thank you! What can one do if all they have is new equipment and only lemongrass oil?

[@JeffHorchoff]

The bees will come regardless of the newness of your equipment. The only thing that is guaranteed is you will catch nothing if you do not put the traps out. Best wishes for your successes. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@adryawebb2556]

@@JeffHorchoff Thank you very much! God bless.

[@lourensklopper4217]

As a second year beekeeper I don't have the luxury of old comb frames. I have never catch a swarm with clean Lemongrass. I have made myself a recipe. Use any of my second hand boxes, 10. 8.6 or 5 frame hives to make it into a catch box. Use starterstrip frames. My recipe is: Half a cup of olive oil, then few {5} drops of other oils, Lemongrass and Lavender. Mix it all together and use a clean brush to give the hive a few strokes inside the hive with the mix! Now put the catch box out and wait. I have catch 52 swarms this season!!

[@JeffHorchoff]

You the man! Way to go, keep up the good work and catch those swarms. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@bonniesdad4939]

Love your videos. Im lazy too and just dropping Q-Tips. The Lemongrass Oil has worked well for me. This year i went and tried Swarm Commander lure because of the added bee pheronome.3 days in got a nice swarm and lots of bee activity in area. Spring is just breaking here. Looking forward to a great season. I got the bug from you. Its great. Thanks

[@JeffHorchoff]

I know lots of guys that use and swear by Swarm Commander, I agree, it's a great product that really works well. I wish you all the best on this years swarm season, catch a bunch of them! God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@aaknrbc]

Glad to see ya🙂

[@JeffHorchoff]

And happy that I was seen. I continue posting every Friday so please check the videos out. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@xshanghu]

Should have a casket in background.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I'm going to do that one day. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@lewiemcneely9143]

Well, Mr. Soontobebabyfaced, if old equipment is the prime requisite, the Rooster ought to be on the top of the roster. A Jesus weekend 2 you and yall from us hillbillies! GBWYall

[@JeffHorchoff]

Old equipment is essential, but it having equipment that is old and falling apart like the Rooster has does not give him much advantage. Thanks for your blessings and for watching Lewie. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@JeffHorchoff You don't think so?? I thought the older, the better but I'm an arm chair philosopher! GBWYou!

[@chancesimmons8114]

Got my box out with old Bru comb here in California on my own little almond orchard thanks for the lemon grass info mr.ed here's to u beating the dirt rooster in the swarm challenge 🍻

[@JeffHorchoff]

Our swarm challenge is always interesting and fun, stay tune for the antics. I hope you catch a bunch of swarms this year. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@fabricdragon]

who are the 4 patron saints of beekeepers??? i only knew one!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Abigail, Ambrose, Valentine, and Bernard of .Clairvoux. Thanks for watching and asking. God's peace Kirsten. Mr. Ed

[@fabricdragon]

@@JeffHorchoff apparently a few sources also name St Benedict because of his orders keeping bees! I did not know that! (From windborne farms webpage patron-saints-of-beekeeping found by my husband on a quick websearch)

[@davidcalbreath1977]

How many eggs do a queen in a day

[@JeffHorchoff]

She can lay up to 2,000 eggs a day or even more. Thanks for watching. God's peace David. Mr. Ed

[@KyeMacdonald]

Psa. If you're in Australia using comb in traps is not allowed under biosecurity laws as it is a major vector for afb spread. It carries big fines.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Interesting. Thanks for watching and sharing that info. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@JamesCrouchX]

so, what about wax moth invading the old comb? I cleaned out a trap and scraped out the "damaged" areas. Re baited and good to go?

[@JeffHorchoff]

At this time of the year, it's to cool for wax moth. That does not become an issue until the weather warms up a bit. Thanks for watching. God's peace James. Mr. Ed

[@julianp2868]

looks like i gotta watch your beginnings to understand all this

[@JeffHorchoff]

Get to it, there are only 440 videos. That should keep you busy for a few days for sure. Thanks for watching. God's peace Julian. Mr. Ed

[@julianp2868]

@@JeffHorchoff I am learning lots as I watch which I shall catch up on, its all the terms you use. However I like your Amigo's and the good work and desire of these Creatures. Please be careful with all that butt wriggling lol lol.

[@banditva8040]

I ddin't have any old comb. So iused melted beeswax put on inside walls. Put 2 swarms out caugt 2 warms

[@JeffHorchoff]

Way to go, I always say use what you have as long as it works for you. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@jameswoenker2659]

Morning

[@JeffHorchoff]

And a very good day to you as well James. I hope you enjoyed the video, thanks so much for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@scottgray7677]

I caught 8 in 1 subdivision Using 6 swarm traps

[@JeffHorchoff]

That is so cool! Great job! Thanks for watching. God's peace Scott. Mr. Ed

[@dreville100]

If you don’t find the queen in the swarm you catch what should you do? Will they stay and make a new one?

[@JeffHorchoff]

A swarm needs a queen in order to survive. If the swarm does not have a queen and one is not introduced to them, the swarm will perish. I have had it happen that the queen was dead in the swarm, but I merged the bees with another hive in the yard. The bees, on there own, have no way of making a queen. Thanks for watching. God's peace David. Mr. Ed

[@yeagerxp]

Awesome 👍👍👍Thanks for sharing

[@JeffHorchoff]

You are very welcome, glad you enjoyed watching. Until the next one, God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@JJDigitalartStudio]

What species of bird was that who was singing with all its heart. Sounds like a real cat call bird song and loud. Beautiful. You have a job that lets you hear these sounds of God's creatures. God bless you and your work.

[@JeffHorchoff]

It was a Cat bird, we have a lot of them here as well as the mocking birds. Thank you for your blessings. God's peace JJ. Mr. Ed

[@JJDigitalartStudio]

@@JeffHorchoff Really? Such beautiful bird song. You must love to be out with nature so much of the time. Getting stung by bees is no fun, but hearing birds, seeing butterflies. You are near to what God made. Blessings. JJ

[@WilliamTMusil]

Hiya Jeff

[@GoneWildKennels]

Would it be smart to put used honey comb as well as old comb in to a person's swarm traps ? Keep up the great videos

[@JeffHorchoff]

Personally I think it would be a mistake, it would draw robber bees before the swarm bees and could possibly keep swarm bees away. But that's just my opinion. Glad yo enjoyed the video, thanks for watching. God's peace Dave. Mr. Ed

[@GoneWildKennels]

I will change my though and take out the honey frames from last year and replace them with old comb. Totally forgot about robbers. Little buggers.

[@jenniferm3572]

I know they love lemongrass oil for sure. Every time I put some on me...heeeeeere they come!! LoL. 😅

[@JeffHorchoff]

They think you are their queen. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@yvonnewagner5322]

Do you ever have trouble with wax moths getting to the old drawn comb before the bees find it?

[@JeffHorchoff]

I do not. By the time the wax moths show up, prior to that it's to cold for them to show up, my traps are already down because swarm season is over. Thanks for watching. God's peace Yvonne. Mr. Ed

[@TheRealDogfart]

Dude, it's time you broke out the FlowBee!

[@JeffHorchoff]

You may bee correct! Thanks for watching. God's peace Mick. Mr. Ed

[@scottgray7677]

I've got 17 swarms in my traps

[@JeffHorchoff]

WOW, I've only caught 16 this year. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@donbearden1953]

Good luck Mr. Ed! Are you and the Rooster having your annual swarm competition? If so you may have an advantage in him unless he took a few traps to California with him.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Our competition is on for sure. I don't know his count as of today, but mine is 5 . May the best bee wrangler win. God's peace Don. Mr. Ed

[@brendaknox7568]

When you get the bees successfully moved do you let the queen out of the clip?. You left that out of the video that I watched before.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Yes, generally she stays caged up for 3 days giving the swarm the opportunity to get things started in the hive and ready for the queen to begin laying. It also insures the bees will stay having her caged up. 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 Brenda. Mr. Ed

[@elizabethsansom6447]

You forgot to mention what that little gadget is that you put the Q-tip on did you get that at Harbor freight and what is your name?

[@JeffHorchoff]

I do not know what the tool is called, but you can find them in many different stores. Harbor Freight was where I purchased mine. My name is Jeff Horchoff, just like the channel name, but on the channel I refer to myself as Mr. Ed. That was a name I was given when I began working at the Post Office back in '82, and when I retired and began my KZbin channel, because I liked the name so much, I continued calling myself that. Thanks for watching. God's peace Elizabeth. Mr. Ed

[@beekeepinggarden165]

Great 👌👌👌

[@JeffHorchoff]

Glad you enjoyed the video, hope you found it useful. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@jayjoirain1684]

Nice video 🐝

[@JeffHorchoff]

So gad to hear you enjoyed the video, thanks so much for watching. God's peace Jay. Mr. Ed

[@namentatic4978]

That box looks in the level on that concrete tops. I will lean these boxes 1" to to entrance side to protect rain water to come in the box.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I think it's a good idea as well to lean the trap a bit towards the entrance. I'll probably adjust this one. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@elpoderesdemiDios]

Thanks man for these important videos, Im using the same oil + a swarm comander and bouth work very good

[@JeffHorchoff]

You are very welcome, I wish you all the best on the success of catching swarms this season. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed