Are Bees Invited To Your Barbeque?

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Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner, and you know what that means – outdoor BBQs! Warmer weather and people feeling safer attending gatherings means that this upcoming holiday weekend is sure to be packed with outdoor events and family fun.  While you are planning your menus and packing the coolers, don’t forget to…

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4 Tips for Staying Bee Safe

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Bees rarely show up at your home with an invitation or advanced notice. In fact, they usually appear out of nowhere! Before you know it, you have a major infestation on your hands.  When bees land at your home or business, it can cause a lot of stress, especially for those who are allergic to…

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How to Teach Your Kids About Bees and Bee Safety

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The summertime is prime time for bee activity. Honeybees are hanging around flowers and plants to collect nectar and pollen to bring back to their family members in the hive. While bees are out and about, so are our kids. They are outside at play, running around the yard, climbing trees and enjoying sugary snacks…

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Should You Be Afraid of Killer Bees?

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With a name like “killer bee,” this question might seem a little silly. After all, a bee that can kill is something to be afraid of! However, many people don’t know much about killer bees and so there is a lot of false information out there about these bees. Let’s learn more about killer bees…

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5 Things NOT To Do Around Bees

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As the weather heats up and flowers bloom in San Diego, honey bees become their most active. With the spring season in full swing and summer up ahead, you can expect to see a few of these insects buzzing around your homes, parks and gardens, collecting nectar to bring back to their colonies. While a…

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How to Treat (and Avoid) Bee Stings

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Honeybees are small but mighty creatures. Their stings can be more than unpleasant; they can be downright painful. For those who are allergic to bee venom, bee stings can be life-threatening. That’s why we think it’s better to know how to deal with a bee sting, before one even occurs.  In this article, we are…

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