Opening and Inspecting the Hive
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Remove the top-cover weights

Take the rocks or bricks off the top telescoping cover so you can remove it.  If you don't have rocks or bricks on the cover, you should.  The first time a varmint like a raccoon decimates a hive by lifting the lid and raiding it, or a high wind peels it off and a storm destroys your colony, you'll wish you'd stacked something heavy on the top cover.

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

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