Opening and Inspecting the Hive
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Evacuate and remove the hive-top feeder

If you have a hive-top feeder installed, evacuate the bees from the feeding chamber by blowing a few puffs of smoke onto them.  Remove the hive-top feeder in a manner similar to removing the top cover.  If your feeder contains syrup, take special care not to spill the syrup when removing the feeder, and do not set the feeder on the ground, since it will quickly be covered with ants.

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

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