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Perfect for splits in early spring or fall!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits five wired frames with 100% pure imported beeswax starter strips (\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003enot included but available as an option on this website\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom below the frames for whatever you may want to put there - Narroa, mite treatments, food or pollen or whatever else your needs may be.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanding board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe top has a hole to fit a standard narrow-mouthed canning jar for feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmple bee space over the frames with easy access by the bees for feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel circular bee gate with four different settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrying handles on front and back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJointed and planed wooden sides to ensure NO GAPS, joined with biscuit joints and glue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy migratory top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThey also make EXCELLENT swarm traps. \u003c\/strong\u003e(Suggestion, add a few frames with foundation or starter strips or old comb, etc. for best results.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are expensive to build so they aren't cheap but you know the saying - you get what you pay for. These will last a lifetime. Local pickup only, unless you wish to arrange for your own pickup\/shipping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse these during splitting season or just use them as handy repositories for frames while you are working your Layens hives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you work with Layens hives, you will find this invaluable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitsap Beekeeping","offers":[{"title":"No painting","offer_id":52749660651883,"sku":"KBB-HD-LAYENS-NUC","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Painted spring colors","offer_id":52749660684651,"sku":"KBB-HD-LAYENS-NUCPAINTED","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5652\/7723\/files\/kitsap-beekeeping-layens-nuc.jpg?v=1767202791"},{"product_id":"mason-bee-house","title":"Mason bee house","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt's time to start getting your mason bee houses ready for Spring! Put them up now so they can 'weather' a bit and so you have the earliest opportunity for Mason bees to find them when they get active!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are unpainted - buying now also gives you time to bling them out however you like! Great fun, good for kids and great conversation starters once in place. Place several of them around your yard or property and keep your fingers crossed that your new bee home will attract residents in the spring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDid you know that Mason bees are better pollinators than honeybees? These are particularly great if you or your neighbors are gardeners. Comes with a convenient hangar and cardboard tubes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome may note that the price of this item has increased. That is due to the rising costs of tube materials and inserts. I'm also making the bee houses 30% larger than what is pictured, with extended roof over the tubes for rain protection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitsap Beekeeping","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52718802370923,"sku":"KBB-MASON-HOUSE","price":58.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5652\/7723\/files\/mason_bees_kitsap_beekeeping.jpg?v=1767187174"},{"product_id":"layens-frame-wired-with-wax-starter-strip","title":"Layens frame 10 pack - DOES NOT SHIP -  wired, with wax starter strips","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: This item DOES NOT SHIP DUE TO UPS BREAKING TOO MANY OF THESE during delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese frames come to you fully assembled with wire already installed and ten 100% pure wax starter strips. \u003cstrong\u003eYou can affix the wax to the wires by melting them in. We can provide instructions if you are unsure how to do this.\u003c\/strong\u003e The frames are glued and stapled for rigidity and easy for the bees to build comb vertically down the length of the frame. Easy to cut the comb away for comb honey or to extract with a Layens extractor (we have those for sale here, too).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrames can easily be reused season after season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShips in quantities of 10. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Horizontal Hives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52718972469611,"sku":"KBB-LAYENS-FRAME","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5652\/7723\/files\/kitsap-beekeeping-layens-frame.jpg?v=1767192073"},{"product_id":"starter-beehive","title":"Starter beehive","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to product size and weight, this product can not be shipped and is available for local pickup only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis starter beehive is two langstroth deep boxes, plus a bottom board and a telescoping top (without metal, those are bad IMHO). Comes unpainted, giving you the freedom to paint and\/or decorate it however you wish. I can include painting as a paid upgrade. Frames not included, those are available from this site, as well.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the standard many beeks use - constructed from 3\/4 inch pine. This is a good entry-level beehive that should serve you well, provided you care for it properly and add overwintering components when the cold sets in.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease specify 8- or 10-frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e The starter beehive package at this price point includes a bottom board, entrance reducer, inner cover (also suitable for jar feeding), two deeps, twenty frames with RiteCell foundation and a telescoping top.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitsap Beekeeping","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52730381599083,"sku":"KBB-STARTER-BEEHIVE","price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5652\/7723\/files\/kitsap-beekeeping-starter-beehive.jpg?v=1776945094"},{"product_id":"unassembled-langstroth-deep-hive-box","title":"Unassembled langstroth deep hive box","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnassembled langstroth hive box. You put together with glue and nails. :)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitsap Beekeeping","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52992978387307,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"beehive-telescoping-lid","title":"Beehive telescoping lid","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese telescoping lids will keep your beehive top closed to pests and predators and the 3\/4 inch thickness will help moderate internal hive temperatures. Available for 8- or 10-frame hives and combined with an optional inner cover, these durable tops will provide years of service. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWE DO NOT USE OR INSTALL METAL TOPS ON OUR LIDS! I have never liked them as they make regulating hive temperatures more difficult. In addition, moisture collects between the sheet metal and the wood (due to condensation) and that speeds up deterioration of the wooden top. Also, lots of little insect critters like to live there. It also can make regulating temperature more difficult. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMy recommendation is to use several coats of paint on these, making sure all the gaps in the plywood edge are sealed by paint to prevent delamination. That's all you need. And then,  place a 1- or 2-inch piece of insulating foam over the top and leave it there all year, weighed down with a brick or a stone. You can buy it at your local big-box hardware store or you can buy it from me, already cut and sized. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe photo is for illustrative purposes - the hives are not included... and price is per lid...  ;)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitsap Beekeeping","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53067915297131,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5652\/7723\/files\/kitsap-beekeeping-telescoping-lid.jpg?v=1775409614"},{"product_id":"framed-queen-excluder","title":"Framed queen excluder","description":"\u003cp\u003eQUALITY metal excluder with frame, providing ample space above and below. Queen excluders are invaluable when you need to keep your queen from laying in your honey supers. This keeps your honey pure and free of dead larvae and other gross things. :)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mann Lake","offers":[{"title":"8 frame","offer_id":53071784378731,"sku":"ML-8-EXCLUDER","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 frames","offer_id":53071784411499,"sku":"ML-10-EXCLUDER","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5652\/7723\/files\/kitsap-beekeeping-framed-excluder.jpg?v=1775590222"},{"product_id":"solid-bottom-board-with-bee-landing","title":"Solid bottom board with bee landing","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese are my favorite bottom boards here in the PNW. These are solidly built and will last for years. Simply set up on a stand or some bricks and put your langstroth boxes on top! The bees will appreciate the landing board as it helps with congestion during the busiest time of season and allows the bees plenty of room to fan the hive to help with temperature regulation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product is built by Kitsap Beekeeping and is unpainted.  \u003cstrong\u003eLocal pickup only - does not ship.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBe sure to select 8- or 10-frame, whichever you need (the photo shows stacks of both sizes).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitsap Beekeeping","offers":[{"title":"8-frame","offer_id":53117678682475,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10-frame","offer_id":53117678715243,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/5652\/7723\/files\/kitsap-beekeeping-solid-bottom-board-with-landing.jpg?v=1776622684"},{"product_id":"oxalic-acid-vaporizer-wand-1","title":"Oxalic acid vaporizer wand","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor langstroth hives, this is an affordable time-proven way to treat your hives for mites. Simply pour in the appropriate amount of oxalic acid crystals, hook up to a car battery (or equivalent power source) and start treatment once it reaches temperature. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:4e520320-bb89-49d5-9a95-91501cda6096-0\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:4e520320-bb89-49d5-9a95-91501cda6096-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"73267da4-d91b-4da6-b723-45c58a155ad9\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"367\"\u003eDone correctly, it’s very effective against \u003cem data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"187\"\u003ephoretic\u003c\/em\u003e mites, the ones riding on adult bees. It does \u003cstrong data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"241\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e penetrate capped brood cells, which is why timing and repeat treatments matter so much. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18flya7\" data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eBefore You Start: Safety First \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"450\"\u003eOxalic acid vapor is dangerous to inhale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"474\"\u003eYou should always use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"614\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i2tdfx\" data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eA properly fitted respirator with acid gas cartridges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14xdtiq\" data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eEye protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pvqfz3\" data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eAcid-resistant gloves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zn8djx\" data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eLong sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gxru7r\" data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"614\"\u003eStand upwind of the hive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eEven experienced beekeepers describe feeling lung irritation from accidental exposure. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"11cejc\" data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"778\"\u003eThe Correct Amount of Oxalic Acid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eHere’s where things get spicy in the beekeeping world, because there are \u003cem data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"871\"\u003elabel directions\u003c\/em\u003e and then there are \u003cem data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"908\"\u003efield practices\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ge42u1\" data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eU.S. labeled dosage (Api-Bioxal)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eThe commonly cited legal label rate in the U.S. is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"unma0f\" data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e1 gram per hive body \/ brood chamber per treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"idt52l\" data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eRoughly \u003cstrong data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e1\/4 teaspoon ≈ 1 gram\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eExamples:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"znhn8\" data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eSingle deep: 1 gram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bsy76z\" data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eDouble deep: 2 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wbzev\" data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eNuc: proportionally less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eSome newer guidance and manufacturers simplify this to roughly \u003cstrong data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e1 gram per colony\/hive unit\u003c\/strong\u003e, regardless of box count. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eBecause labels and regional recommendations vary, it’s best to follow:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"awzw64\" data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eCommon sense safety (personal protection\/mask)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rz2d0i\" data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eYour local regulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gbz64n\" data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eThe label on the oxalic acid product you purchased\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hnn0ve\" data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003eBest Timing for Treatment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12ieo3j\" data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eMost effective: broodless periods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003eOxalic acid vaporization works best when there is little or no capped brood:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nyrh0z\" data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eLate fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vnwbyw\" data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eEarly winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ozca6e\" data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eAfter a brood break\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hht12a\" data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eDuring artificial queen caging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eDuring broodless periods, efficacy can reach roughly \u003cstrong data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003e90 to 99%\u003c\/strong\u003e because nearly all mites are exposed on adult bees. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qisevs\" data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003eDuring active brood season\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eSince mites hide under capped brood, one treatment is usually not enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003eCommon practice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bc2yt1\" data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eTreat every \u003cstrong data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003e5 to 7 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bo9v15\" data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003eFor \u003cstrong data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e3 to 5 treatments\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eThis catches mites as they emerge with new bees. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hw8kmx\" data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003eStep-by-Step: Using the Vaporizer Wand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8or0o5\" data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003e1. Prep the hive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"76e3fh\" data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003eClose screened bottoms if possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sm84q7\" data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2376\"\u003eSeal large openings with foam or cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hin1xy\" data-start=\"2377\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003eReduce escaping vapor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1gvhw0y\" data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003e2. Measure oxalic acid carefully\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003eUse a scale if possible. Tiny white crystals, giant consequences. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vits6h\" data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003e3. Insert the wand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2641\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pqu76q\" data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003eSlide wand through entrance or drilled treatment port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rd9tn3\" data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2641\"\u003eKeep bees away from the hot pan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cu1icj\" data-start=\"2643\" data-end=\"2668\"\u003e4. Heat the vaporizer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2689\"\u003eTypical wand timing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bzgk7u\" data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2720\"\u003eAbout 2 to 3 minutes heating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1satvyf\" data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003eThen additional cooling\/burnoff time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1oswxfl\" data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2903\"\u003e5. Keep hive sealed briefly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"2942\"\u003eMost beekeepers leave the hive sealed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"2984\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15cubt\" data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"2984\"\u003eAbout \u003cstrong data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2965\"\u003e10 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e after vaporization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2986\" data-end=\"3073\"\u003eThis helps crystals settle throughout the colony. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"128gaex\" data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3103\"\u003e6. Ventilate and move on\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3148\"\u003eRemove seals and allow normal airflow again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"y8z3tb\" data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3195\"\u003eBest Practices That Make a Huge Difference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19gjjp8\" data-start=\"3395\" data-end=\"3429\"\u003eTreat before colonies collapse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3534\"\u003eLate summer and early fall are critical. Waiting until bees look sick often means the mites already won.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"189utdp\" data-start=\"3536\" data-end=\"3554\"\u003eDon’t overdose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3555\" data-end=\"3689\"\u003eMore acid does not automatically equal better control, and overdosing can stress or injure bees. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hyx8rb\" data-start=\"3691\" data-end=\"3720\"\u003eKeep your vaporizer clean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3721\" data-end=\"3863\"\u003eOxalic acid residue builds up over time. Warm water and brushing are commonly recommended after cooling. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12sn193\" data-start=\"3865\" data-end=\"3893\"\u003eRotate treatment methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3894\" data-end=\"3920\"\u003eMany beekeepers alternate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3921\" data-end=\"3995\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cldqvr\" data-start=\"3921\" data-end=\"3934\"\u003eOxalic acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z3dnkr\" data-start=\"3935\" data-end=\"3948\"\u003eFormic acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wlmfed\" data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"3957\"\u003eApivar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zwti7k\" data-start=\"3958\" data-end=\"3972\"\u003eBrood breaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8v3cuh\" data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"3995\"\u003eDrone brood trapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3997\" data-end=\"4059\"\u003eThat helps avoid relying on a single strategy year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"qfpijg\" data-start=\"4061\" data-end=\"4091\"\u003eA Simple Practical Schedule\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1udxtkl\" data-start=\"4093\" data-end=\"4111\"\u003eWinter cleanup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4112\" data-end=\"4182\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hcpy06\" data-start=\"4112\" data-end=\"4149\"\u003e1 treatment during broodless period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u66txq\" data-start=\"4150\" data-end=\"4182\"\u003ePossibly a second 7 days later\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"euvw2e\" data-start=\"4184\" data-end=\"4213\"\u003eActive season suppression\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4243\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6krfbg\" data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4228\"\u003e3 treatments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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