In order to improve our hives chances for survival, it is our job to ensure the bees are fed, warm and protected until Spring.

FEEDING:

Our bees have rewarded us with their sweet honey all year long, keeping some for themselves in order to stay fed throughout the Winter. If we notice a depleted amount of honey during our Fall inspection, we will feed our hives a sugar water mixture. A rainy Fall, like the one we’ve had this year, can interfere with their winter food storage. This 2:1 sugar water mixture will ensure the hive has what it needs in order to thrive during the cold winter months.

HIVE CONFIGURATION AND INSULATION:

Reorganizing and consolidating our hives allow for an easier space to keep warm during the winter.  Helping the hive conserve their energy is crucial, as any unused space robs bees of valuable heat required for winter survival. Additionally, examining the hives and reducing any ability to let excessive moisture or cold air in from cracks and holes are key.

SECURING HIVES:

Securing hives from both the elements and other critters can provide the bees a safe habitat through the winter months. Harsh elements and winds can be disruptive and detrimental to the health of the hives. Not to mention, bees aren’t the only ones in nature longing for a warm, safe home during the cold months. Mice and other small critters looking for a new home can wreak havoc on the hive. Installing entrance reducers and mouse guards allow for great pest prevention.

With the bees being tucked away for the winter, all we can do now is wait until we are reunited in the Spring. Preparation and diligence is a key component when caring for bees, but this hard work is well worth it.

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There’s no doubt that our company’s identity is directly inspired by our founder, Tom Curren—whose thirty-year pastime as a beekeeper has greatly influenced his role as a business owner and a human being. In fact, it’s safe to say that Tom Curren Companies’ core values are a direct reflection of his experience observing and working with the bees—whose cooperation, diligence, and persistence blend together in perfect harmony.

Community Support for Our Local Bee Population

One of Tom’s greatest lessons after three decades of diligent beekeeping been the importance of community. The bees demonstrate every day how our actions as a group can impact our lives in more ways than we can count. By working together, we can accomplish amazing things that better our homes, our community, and our world in incredible ways.

Tom’s work with the bees has had a profound impact on the way he lives and operates his business. It’s also served as inspiration for Tom’s Bees, a program we’ve created to spread awareness about the dwindling bee population. Our team at Tom Curren Companies is enthusiastic to share important resources and tips with our friends and neighbors in Auburndale and the surrounding areas about living in peace with the bees, while helping them thrive as a species for the sake of a better world.

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There’s a lot to learn from the bees in our world, whether you’re a child, a university student, an accountant, a homemaker, a chef, a physician, or anyone else. For our team of expert home remodeling contractors, the bees are a constant reminder of what working together in harmony should look like—and the kind of results we can achieve as a team to build better, stronger, and more beautiful homes in Massachusetts.

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As we look forward to the next few weeks and prepare our holiday menus, we wanted to share with you some delicious honey-inspired recipes that are sure to be a hit.

However you end up using Tom’s Local Honey, we thank you for BEE-ing a valued client and hope you have a SWEET holiday season!

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1 Honey-Glazed Turkey with Sage and Roasted Garlic from Williams Sonoma

http://www.wellplated.com

2   Homemade Cranberry Sauce with Orange and Honey from Well Plated

https://hostthetoast.com

3  Honey-Glazed Hasselback Butternut Squash with Parmesan Breadcrumbs from Host the Toast

https://www.injennieskitchen.com/

4  Honey Pumpkin Pie from In Jennie’s Kitchen

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