All the essentials needed to start a hive. Expect to add additional equipment as your hive grows during the season.
Made of lightweight polystyrene with an impressive R-value of 6.5, honey bee colonies have a better chance at overwintering in extreme northern temperatures, and staying cool in the hot summer months.
The Basic Beginner Kit Includes:
- 10 frame deep BeeMax hive body
- BeeMax outer cover
- Inner cover
- 10 plastic frames and foundation
- BeeMax bottom board
- Stainless steel smoker
- Standard hive tool
- Your choice of leather or goatskin gloves
- Your choice of helmet and veil
- Your choice of beekeeping book
Note:
- Rather assemble the kit, yourself? Shop the Basic Beginner Kit: BeeMax Unassembled
- BeeMax hive bodies should be painted with exterior latex paint to help protect the polystyrene from the sun’s UV rays and extend the life of the hive
- Need help in your decision? Read about the differences in options and other hive kits: Beekeeping kit options.
- Become a better beekeeper. Take one of our classes: Beekeeping Classes
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