02236cam a22003133u 4500 34044 UtSlPG 20260610133757.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 08029350 UtSlPG en iso639-1 SF Lockard, John Ready, 1858- Bee Hunting: A Book of Valuable Information for Bee Hunters : Tells How to Line Bees to Trees, Etc. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-10-08 Produced by Linda M. Everhart, Blairstown, Missouri "Bee Hunting: A Book of Valuable Information for Bee Hunters" by John Ready Lockard is a practical guide on the art of bee hunting, written in the early 20th century. The book covers various techniques for tracking and capturing wild bees, drawn from the author's extensive experience in the field. Lockard's work serves as a valuable resource for both novice and seasoned bee hunters, providing insights into bee behavior and the environmental factors that influence their patterns. In "Bee Hunting," Lockard focuses on methods and strategies to successfully locate and capture bees. He begins by discussing the importance of understanding bee behavior, such as how they respond to floral sources and their unique flight patterns. The book outlines practical steps for setting up bait, using scents, and employing tools to entice bees. Among the key topics covered are the significance of various flowering plants, specific hunting techniques for different seasons, and methods for safely transferring captured bees to hives. Through his anecdotes and detailed instructions, Lockard aims to help readers appreciate the joys and challenges of bee hunting while providing a foundation for successful beekeeping practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Bees https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34044 74890 74890