Opening and Inspecting the Hive
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Pry loose the outside frame

The "outside frame" is the frame farthest from the brood cluster, where there will be the least concentration of bees.  It is critical that you choose a frame with the fewest bees, away from the brood cluster, to remove first.  This avoids injuring or killing bees on populated frames, especially the queen.

Feeding and Watering
Opening and Feeding the Hive
Opening and Inspecting the Hive
Preparing to Visit the Apiary

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