Members

Information for NSBKA Members who want to join the Swarm Recipient List

The NSBKA keeps a list of members who would like to obtain a swarm of bees. Swarms are supplied free of charge . Sometimes they also include donated hives and recently re-homed hives of bees.

People wishing to add their names to the swarm recipient list should contact, Keith Pester and discuss their experience prior to being added to the list.

The requirements to receive a swarm include:

• Being a financial member of the NSBKA
• Having equipment ready to accept a swarm at very short notice.

After discussion about who may be available to collect a swarm for you, your empty assembled hive should be delivered to that person, so the swarm can be housed immediately. After a few days of settling in, your hive, complete with the swarm can then be picked up after dark and moved to your new location.

People who meet the requirements will be given allocation preference when swarms are caught.

Complete this Members' Swarm Information Form and it will be emailed to Swarm organizer Keith Pester

Please remember to advise Mr Keith Pester 0414 571 487 if you obtain bees from elsewhere such as buying a package. Priority will be given to members without bees. Also if you know of a swarm and would like assistance in catching it, contact Keith Pester and he will put you in contact with one of the club committee and they will try to assist you.

The  swarming period for the Northern part of Sydney is generally between early September and the end of December.

The NSBKA offers this as a free service and does not charge for the catching of Swarms. Sometimes they also include donated hives and recently re-homed hives of bees.

People wishing to add their names to the swarm collection list should approach the club President, Keith Pester  0414 571 487 and discuss their experience prior to being added to the list.

NSBKA Expectations of Members.

The requirements to be on the swarm collection list include:

• Being a financial member of the NSBKA
• Able to respond to requests from the public within a reasonable time
• Having suitable equipment to collect swarms
• Able to offer advice in the event the swarm is either not a swarm or not able to be caught

Please note: Swarm Collectors on this list are not acting as agents for or on behalf of the North Shore Beekeepers Association (NSW) Inc.

You should complete a site assessment prior to attempting to collect any bees. Your safety is your responsibility.

The North Shore Beekeepers Association has a list of members who are offering to re home swarms of bees. If the swarm is surplus to your requirements, contact the Swarm list Manager  to find a suitable home.