When things really go sideways while doing a bee removal.

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It's been a while since I've wrangled bees all on my own, and since both Charlie and Ralph had prior commitments, I was left to handle the job the best I could, single handed. As it turned out, the homeowner was happy to assist in any way, and I was very happy for the help.
We have had an unusual swarm season this year with many of them coming late in May and right up to the middle of June. The reason for it, so many hives become honey bound and there is no more room in the hive. When that happens, swarm cells are formed and the hive splits.
On this video, as I was checking out a swarm that had just moved in, another one started moving in just across the driveway. I told the homeowner I'd be back the next day and remove them both, a swarm twofer.
The second swarm was a bit tougher to remove than the first one, and I had to drill sideways through a stud to get to the bees, but it all worked out well. With both swarms vacuumed up and the queens in their respective cages, the bees were moved up to the abbey to begin their new live as Abbee Honey bees. Thanks for watching. God's peace to all. Mr. Ed

[@eugenebennett5800]

IS THERE A MAN OR LADY IN AILBIA IOWA.. THAT IS HONEST TO DEAL WITH A LOST BEE HIVE 2 STACKS 2 SUPERS... ON LAND OF A DEAR FRIEND OF MINE....THE OTHER ONE OF THE LANDLORD LEFT. GIVEN UP...

[@JeffHorchoff]

I hope you can get help, I'll pin your comment. God's peace Eugene. Mr. Ed

[@agrimarket4712]

@@JeffHorchoff Could you give me an email address to contact you? This is missing from your profile.

[@glenora1974]

"She's got a little crown on her head." Such a dad-joke, but the way you delivered it cracked me up. Thanks for the laughs. 👑😄

[@chadwickborawski1718]

Do you think when he's finished working & reunites the Queen bee with the rest of the hive, those bees look up to him and say "Thank you Jeffus!"??

[@Rockchickbabe]

I just screamed 🤣🤣🤣

[@JeffHorchoff]

What a great comment, I loved it! God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@littlejohnhoneyfarms4131]

Love the videos. You manage to not only teach beekeeping skills, but you bring glory to God at the same time. You have taught me to not only keep bees, but to give all the credit and glory to Him (“by the grace of God…”, “Thank you Jesus.”) The fact that you do all that AND make it fun is icing on the cake! God bless you, Mr. Ed! You make a difference in the lives of bees and people!

[@carlland9024]

Another awesome video. A double “Thank You Jesus” morning. That means a double coffee morning for me here. Thank you as always Mr Ed.

[@MarkRenkert]

John and Rachel did a great job assisting.......

[@joseortiz5965]

I love it when you say "THANK YOU JESUS" it has become my go to saying, every day . Ty

[@bcjoey9944]

Hard working bees say, "I was busier than a wrangling Mr. ED!" Have a nice weekend Jeff.

[@angeldavila2098]

Long time brother. I hope you snd your love ones are in excellent health. God bless you always.

[@egparis18]

Thank you Rachel, John and Jeff. That was a great upload Jeff. Two queens! Grand. God bless and see you soon.

[@BlanchardsBees]

Love your shirt Mr. Ed! ❤❤

[@deanmagnuson2993]

Good morning from Grand Forks

[@Thetis058]

Great video Mr Ed .

[@stevenscottoddballz]

7:49 "There she is!" Awesome job! You have eagle-eyes! ~ 13:29 "Whoo-hoo WEE!" I am delighted you found the second queen as well! [Thank You, Lord!]

[@roden70]

What a beautiful surrounding landscape on this job mr. Ed. And 2 nice queen catches.

[@XmarkedSpot]

Hello Mr. Ed, thanks again for posting your ever wholesome videos. Greetings from Germany, Thomas

[@12ArmyNavy12]

Thanks for posting so many of your cutouts. I normally don't comment but thought I would this time. You do a great job, I have been watching your videos for several years now. Keep up the great work.

[@lindawathen9138]

The two homeowners were great. Maybe we'll see them again if/when the bees come back. Hope the honey harvest is going well!

[@JeffHorchoff]

They are a great couple, and I told them when the next swarm moves in, I'll bee there. We harvest the honey tomorrow, and I'm guessing it should be around 220 gallons. God is good! God's peace Linda. Mr. Ed

[@aaknrbc]

Yet another great video. Love how you get the home owners in on the ending too cute❤️

[@steveshoemaker6347]

Guess who is here...l came in thru the back door on this one lol Thanks Jeff or Mr. Ed.Who is who here ?

[@IrishTechnicalThinker]

Keep doing the Lord's work brother. God bless from Ireland, Belfast.

[@yasminnilima2366]

Nice removal! Lot's of love from Sweden!

[@rickcimino5483]

You are the man Mr. Ed

[@SB-ll1tt]

You should be called ‘The Happy Beekeeper’!

[@rmwolfe]

Great job! 🐝 keeper Mr. Ed. 🐝

[@reandranisbet8037]

I should be studying for an exam tomorrow (yes on a Saturday , 3rd year university so much fun) but for now this is alot more interesting

[@SandraNelson063]

I remember weekend exams!!! Aren't they a scream?

[@reandranisbet8037]

@@SandraNelson063 been awake since 3am studying , heaps of fun( I joke I'm dead inside)

[@SandraNelson063]

@@reandranisbet8037 I'm an old bat. 58 yrs young. Let me give some hard won advice: Sleep is your best weapon. I know you have to cram. But if your brain isn't rested, if it doesn't have time to sift through everything you've jammed in there....then during the exam it will all float away. ALWAYS find a way to work 3 or 4 hour long naps into your study cramming. That's enough for a REM cycle, and that's what your brain needs to organize the new info and get refreshed. I'm on disability for a few things, one of which is insomnia. It destroyed my life. I can work in 2 to 3 hour long naps, a few a day. That's how I survive. It takes me forever to heal, it takes forever to recover from illness and my brain function is a joke. Protect your sleep!!! Good luck with your exams, Confusion to your enemies.

[@reandranisbet8037]

@@SandraNelson063 thank you for the advice , much appreciated, I have always studied this way though, I learn the best when I wake up early to refresh the information even though I've been studying for this test for weeks ,I got a solid 6 hours and I'll make it through then have a nap, luckily this is my last exam for this semester kind regards

[@SandraNelson063]

@@reandranisbet8037 Huzzah! Q'plaq!

[@charlesahon]

Good job Mr Ed.

[@birdnest5814]

Twofer and both queens. Does it get any better than this? Nice couple.😊👍💕

[@rogerr1296]

I leave with a big ole smile every time I watch one of Mr. Ed's videos. Thanks Mr. Ed and I'll keep on watch'n!

[@mark-wn5ek]

I had to laugh...while watching the fast forward action, I though..oh my, my catholic brother is speaking in unknown tounges...hehe. As usual Jeff, you make it look easy...but it never is. It's hot and humid work that requires patience and perseverance. But...thank you Jesus...you got both queens and all the girls. We all want one of those T shirts! By the way...was Charlie behind the camera? If not, where was he and Ralph? I miss those two stooges! May God's grace and peace be with you.

[@bvillebobcat4305]

Cool video guys! Good job John and Rachel!

[@ronwhite6837]

Mr.ED and team bee . Love your videos!! "Keeper" them coming ! Lol

[@novarandy79]

a really good video this does not happen very often , two colonies in a short amount of time . thanks again.

[@Phil_86]

Great job Mr Ed!! Like the home owners said, It was very educational. God Bless!!!

[@josephrawls]

Well that made sideways look straight forward. I’m going to try to send you a picture today.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I got it, thanks. I guess I'm going to have to make a road trip one day. Sorry you will miss the fun tomorrow, but don't worry, we will talk bad about you. Safe travels, and God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@pirateprospecting707]

Wow you snagged both queens ✅👍Another great episode Mr Ed. Loved the outro😁🤣🤣God Bless

[@taddrienstra7247]

I am thinking, a piece of Tyvek wrapped over the brick would help a lot with sliding the vac nozzle and keeping them out of the mortar joints. Vac'ing on rough surfaces seems super slow and mangles lots of bees.

[@JeffHorchoff]

What a great idea, you will be seeing it the next time I've got a brick removal. Hope all is well Tadd, God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@gerardjohnson2106]

What great homeowners, pleasant personalities. Both swarm cavities opened up and ready for the removal. I know you missed Charlie and Ralph but you had good help with the whole deal. You made it look too easy. Now the gentleman is ready to wrangle bees. Since you've had so much swarm activity in that area it'll be nice to have a spotter who understands the process. Now when you get a call he can check it out, take pictures and help formulate a plan without you having to make a scouting trip. You might have even cultivated a new beekeeper. Blessings to you good sir.

[@notanattorneybut2329]

Dirt Rooster is behind you in n posting videos, and I’m sure behind you in swarms

[@conradfisher2563]

I'm so impressed he does so much of that work without full protection.

[@Pete21079]

Two queens in one day! What a blessing! Thank you Jesus for sure 🙂 . Just wondering if the queen has a crown and scepter does she sit on the throne? God bless you. Until the next one be safe Angel Peace

[@rodneymiddleton9624]

A double header!!!! Nice job Mr. Ed!!!!

[@adampottmeyer452]

Your videos are so wholesome. I always feel better after watching. God Bless you and your family Ed.

[@JJDigitalartStudio]

Jeff! You are vacuuming a bunch of angry bees with out your bee bonnet on. Don't do that. God bless you. I missed Charlie and Ralph.

[@zoobee4824]

I would love to see how you apply the honey bandit.

[@JeffHorchoff]

When spraying the the Honey Bandit you have to be concerned where it will land. If it lands on the bees, it will kill them. If it lands on the comb, it will be useless. That being said, once you know where you want to spray it without harm to the bees or comb, and allowing a passage for the bees without running into it, let her rip. Then, watch the bees run. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@Rivi_Styx]

I love your shirt!

[@JeffHorchoff]

I love it too, it was made by one of my viewers. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@stephenejack3855]

Great to see how a true professional handles a difficult situation. Thanks again for your incredible videos Mr. Ed.

[@julianp2868]

If I get to see you, don't ask me to do an ending, I make Wreckit Ralph look a pro ha ha ha

[@JeffHorchoff]

Because of my editing, not many see my mess ups. You will fit right at home. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@charleyfloyd3317]

You make me happy my friend. God bless!

[@westfarmandbees]

Anyone else thinking at 8:02 , “Don’t touch your head Mr. Ed”? Lol.

[@guygordon2780]

Only at 0:10. LOVE your T!

[@donbearden1953]

Mr Ed, that’s what I call a “twofer” two for one! John and Rachel did great with only one practice at the end. Was Good Time Charlie filming?

[@JeffHorchoff]

I was flying solo on this one, Charlie had a prior commitment. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@GEEZBEEZ]

Great video. Loved the double action. The honey bandit really worked well. I have only got one swarm all year and you get them two at a time. Your the man! God bless.

[@cswatson4823]

As always informative and entertaining. God bless Mr Ed

[@pamelamathews1389]

I love the tee shirt your wearing, where can I get one?

[@JeffHorchoff]

It was custom made for me by a viewer. She made 2 for me, each with a different design. They both are really cool. Thanks for watching. God's peace Pamela. Mr. Ed

[@branmcg9844]

I'm just Wondering Mr. Ed you have become so calm an collected during queen capture on the first one. Was that one on your head just a scout or trying her best to say "Don't you dare take my queen?" Loved your video as always.

[@rynolascavio3381]

Got lit-up yesterday doing a transfer. First time...ouch!

[@JeffHorchoff]

I hate to break the news to you, there are many more to come. Enjoy the ride! God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@rynolascavio3381]

@@JeffHorchoff ahhhh! lol

[@AP9575-jd]

Two for one deal, Nice. Have a great weekend.

[@terrik38]

Hello 👋you bee 🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝 wrangling guys 😁

[@leannkennedy6568]

Lol You rocked it, Rachel!!

[@RDavies126746]

First time I heard of honey bandit to chase the bees out. What is it? Thanks for sharing!

[@JeffHorchoff]

It's a repellant made for chasing bees from the honey supers during harvest time. There are several different types out there, but I like this one best because the smell is least offensive to humans. It can be purchased from Mann Lake Bee Supply. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@debbiealfonso3307]

Be careful Mr. Ed 🙏🏽🖐️

[@lewiemcneely9143]

You just keep on recruiting helpers. Don't see why you didn't just crawl in there and get them first hand. Good catches on both. Happy Jesus Weekend and GBWYou!

[@sld1116]

Love the shirt!

[@domniven]

Mr Ed how are you? First upload on your channel I've watched in a while and as usual really enjoyed viewing, thank you. Quick question for you, how long can a bee or wasp still sting after it dies? Reason I ask is I have just recently destroyed a very small wasp nest in my kids playhouse which had some very young wasps developing inside. Hope all is well

[@JeffHorchoff]

Glad to have you back again Dom, you have been missed. To answer your question, as long as the bee or wasp's body is supple, it can sting you. There have been many times when I am crushing honey comb and don't see the dead bee, I will get a stinger in my hand. And yes, it does hurt. The good news is as long as you don't come in contact with the stinger you will be OK. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@nathangreene3869]

You sell t shirts? Might have to get one when I get my bee wax lotion 👋

[@JeffHorchoff]

Sorry Nathan, I don't think that will bee possible.The shirt was custom made for me by a viewer. She made 2 or me, each with a different design. They both are really cool. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@chelsealeonardbaum23]

Thank you

[@MrYAMAHA32177]

Good Job, that column looks to be a difficult angle when your trying to wrangle. Things went horizontal for me as I was trimming the Holly Bushes yesterday and agitated a wasp nest, took several stings to the ankle as I was fleeing.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I hate it when that happens! Thanks for watching. God's peace Chas. Mr. Ed

[@assassinlexx1993]

Put a little boric acid into a shallow pan with soda. It kills wasps but bees don't use it because it is not sweet enough.

[@WilliamTMusil]

Hiya Jeff

[@Tuggg]

2 Queens in 1 Day! Is that a record of some kind? ^_^

[@JeffHorchoff]

No record, just another great day of wrangling bees. God's peace Mike. Mr. Ed

[@DNADirekt]

Jeff is the King of Queens! :-)

[@esparka]

I'm @ 4:51.... I hear Mr. Ed talk about "Honey Bee Ban(dit)", but I don't know what it is, nor how it works..... Of course, we see that it does work, but how....?.... continuing with the show..

[@JeffHorchoff]

Honey Bandit is a repellant used by beekeepers when harvesting their honey. Make sure you watch next weeks video where I use it to run bees from the honey supers in our apiaries. God's peace brother.

[@joseortiz5965]

Lol. You cracked me up , (a crown on her head ) too funny.

[@mkaysartfuljourney1239]

What do you mean a crown and Ceptor😁❤️💯😂😂😂 Queen 👑 Bee.

[@MrBlawson7]

Mr. Ed, did you just spray the Honey Bandit directly into the column?

[@JeffHorchoff]

I do, but I take care NOT to spray it on the bees, it will kill them. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@jodiehovenden315]

Thank you Jesus x 2! 🐝💕

[@kamhoneybees3900]

I will be in your area around mid to late October... what are the chances of a tour?

[@JeffHorchoff]

Contact me at [e-mail] before hand and we can make it happen. Looking forward to meeting you Keith. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@jasonclayton936]

I have bumblebee s in my squash plants every morning but like the video.

[@danskisbees7348]

Crowns and septers, I wish! 😂

[@evonnewhalen9794]

Awesome job

[@محمدجاويشتربيتنحلالعسل]

Hello .mr. Ed. Good Good mae . Mhmad.Gauehs. Damaskos من الشرق الاوسط تحياتي .. محمدجاويش

[@shevlin2650]

Mr. Ed, Are you going to bring any of your shirts to the TN Bee Conference in January? Craig Fr. VA SML Bees

[@JeffHorchoff]

Sorry Craig, I do not sell merchandise. Any clothing I wear on my videos that promotes my channel are made and given to me by generous and talented viewers. Hope to see you in January. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@shevlin2650]

@@JeffHorchoff I will have to get a picture with you and place it up on my wall then. Take care

[@martenapperloo1055]

Jeff thanks for another great video ,thank you Jesus, lol

[@gregm312]

you should set up some traps there

[@twinmarlene846]

When you add swarm bees like these to your queenless hives, is there ever any aggressive behavior, i.e. old bees vs new bees? Or are the established bees just receptive of getting a new queen and they accept the bees that come with her?

[@JeffHorchoff]

The bees are introduced in a confused state, and because of that, there is no fighting between them. I'm sorry I can't remember the videos I have made showing the process, but I have shown how I introduce new hives to queen less hives many times. If you watch videos I have made in the past year, you will see for yourself how I do it. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@promaster185]

I was removing bees from a brick column in a 100 year old house, The column used to be a porch but had been turned into a room. The top was almost closed so i put honey bee gone in 2 holes that i drilled in the brick about waist high. i used a spray bottle and i puffed in a ton of smoke. I got about 2-1/2 gallons of bees and thought i had most of them. The home owner called me back about a week later and said they still had bees. I had stuffed the entrance tight with Screen wire but i guess i missed something. We never say the queen. How much honey robber do you use and how would you get it into the column?

[@JeffHorchoff]

I suspect you did get the bees. If the homeowner called a week later, those had to be robber bees robbing out the hive. Check out this video showing how I get the Honey Bandit into a column. God's peace Tommy. Mr. Ed kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6W4lnp9fq-SndU

[@manicoptio9305]

Top drawer video again. Had to google 'Mud dauber' - you speak funny over there ;)

[@snarky_user]

The devil's middle name is "All I Have To Do."

[@tonyoliver4920]

What actually is the active ingredient in honey bandit

[@JeffHorchoff]

It's a trade secret, I have no idea. However, Charlie swears it's wedding cake. Thanks for watching. God's peace Tony. Mr. Ed

[@tonyoliver4920]

@@JeffHorchoff wedding cake..? Smells like marsipan or amaretto? So maybe bitter almond oil? I’ve never even see the stuff in the uk so don’t know what it smells like

[@tonyoliver4920]

@@JeffHorchoff quick google search says it’s benzaldehyde or oil of bitter almond. The reason the need to say it’s a trade secret because in America its a schedule 1 chemical because it’s used to make drugs

[@deathvalleyfinds7076]

Whew, I was worried you might have strained those aging eyes too much catching the first Queen. Those Centrum Silvers must be working out real well for you. Might even be able to catch up with The Dirt Rooster.

[@notanattorneybut2329]

What chemicals are in Honey Bandit that the bees don’t like

[@JeffHorchoff]

I do not know as it is a trade secret. However, I know it works great. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@SandraNelson063]

She's dragging that scepter with her....ah, now I know.

[@duynguyen8784]

Me.ED, What did you use to scare the bees out of hiding?

[@JeffHorchoff]

The repellent is called "Honey Bandit," and it can be purchased from Mann Lake Bee supplies. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@COOPERSCICHILDS]

Awesome video

[@marybarratt2649]

Thank you Jesus!

[@sandraleishman878]

LOL! Very funny. Great job.

[@mikeharris50]

I have to have one of them shirts

[@JeffHorchoff]

Sorry Michael, I don't think that will bee possible.The shirt was custom made for me by a viewer. She made 2 for me, each with a different design. They both are really cool. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@louiseibbotson588]

Love it 💕🐝🐝🐝

[@HogHunt]

What did you spray in there?

[@JeffHorchoff]

It's called Honey Bandit and you can buy it from Mann Lake Bee supply. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@judymanning2538]

🙏🙏