My colonies

I managed to acquire some survivors, I hope:

• 2 hives at Alum Rock. Both are swarms. One caught at Cupertino, and I installed it. Other one liked my empty hive and claimed it as their home :) They are definitely survivors, but no idea whether they are treated or not.

I bought 4 packages.

• 2 from Bee Kind, Sebastopol. 3lb non-treated local bees.
• 2 from Honey Bee Genetics, Vacaville. 4lb Italians (only these are treated.)

I placed them one each location:

• 2 hives at Palo Alto.
• 2 hives at Portola Valley.

I am little overwhelmed with 6 hives as a beginner beekeeper these days. But, this is such an amazing experience, so far :)