Have you ever wondered about becoming a beekeeper, only to find out how difficult, expensive and time-consuming it could be? I too did some investigating years ago, and decided the standard commercial American vertical beehives (Langstroth hive) would simply be a system too heavy, expensive and involved to attempt. Recently I have been overjoyed to find a system of beehives (Layens horizontal hive) which need relatively little attention, and are much easier to manage (about 8 pounds per frame full of honey compared to lifting 60-80 pounds of a deep hive box of frames from the traditional Langstroth hive). My first year in building Layens hives produced 2 gallons of organic raw honey with very little effort. We now have 5 Layens hives in my bee yards which the next year produced enough for my own needs, and 5 gallons to sell.
Learn how easy the Layens method of natural beekeeping (no chemicals or antibiotics involved) can be, and consider purchasing your first hive from me. Custom-built from 90% reclaimed materials, my Layens hives are functional and sturdy, yet can be customized for eye-appeal. Be sure to visit Dr. Leo Sharaskin's website; "horizontalhives.com" and his YouTube videos for in-depth information. Another great source on Layens horizontal hive management is Gene Renee's YouTube site; "Enjoy Beekeeping".
Layens hives and equipment for sale: 17 frame (or less) capacity Layens hive (houses l large bee colony, or 2 small)
$375.00
22 frame (or less) capacity Layens hive (houses 2 large or 3 small colonies)
$445.00
27 frame (or more) capacity Layens hive (houses up to 3 large colonies)
$525.00
Layens frames: $5.00 each
Custom artwork: add $50.00
Bees (wild caught only...adapted to our environment and not dependent on medications and/or chemicals to survive): $125.00 per colony. Queen only (when available): $40.00 each
Local pickup only. Mentorship by phone any time I am available. Allow up to 30 days to build hive and equipment.
Please call, text or email: 309-2oh8-24oh7