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Amy Owen
  • Female
  • Tijeras, NM
  • United States
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  • JIM FITZGIBBON
  • Scott Smith
  • Josh Larson
  • Hugo Saul Hernandez
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  • Marisa
  • Melodie D'Amour
  • Sharolyn Berry Eitenbichler
  • Dorian Folie
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  • Raymond Espinoza

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The Evening Before Grandma Passed
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I wrote this after losing my grandma.  I find solace in beekeeping and watching bees, possibly like some of you.  I hope all of you are doing well in these times.  10/8/2020On Tuesday I got 11 hives…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Anita Amstutz Jan 18.

Vivaldi Boxes For Sale and Why I Love Them
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$35. Will deliver. https://youtu.be/fp20I0LfQDg

Started this discussion. Last reply by Amy Owen Oct 5, 2020.

Marked and Mated Queen For Sale

Hi beeks--if anyone is in a pickle and needs to requeen or simply wants to create a fall split with a newly mated queen please contact me 575-496-0518.  She's been banked and it's time for her to go…Continue

Started Sep 28, 2020

Bee Vac Needed Today

Hi all! If you have a bee vac I could borrow today it'd be greatly appreciated and well taken care of. You can contact me at 575-496-0518. Thanks!Continue

Started Jul 22, 2018

 

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Anita Amstutz replied to Amy Owen's discussion The Evening Before Grandma Passed
"Just saw this Amy. I hope your heart is finding solace these days, also among the bees, which btw, have symbolized resurrection for centuries:) "
Jan 18
Amy Owen replied to Amy Owen's discussion The Evening Before Grandma Passed
"Dion, I really appreciate your kinds words.  So many good memories... I hope you and yours are doing well.   Amy"
Dec 5, 2020
Dion Beth Mason & Kelsey Sanchez replied to Amy Owen's discussion The Evening Before Grandma Passed
"Amy, I just saw this.  Our sincere condolences.  What you wrote was beautiful and may the good memories of your grandmother live on.  Dion"
Dec 4, 2020
Amy Owen replied to Amy Owen's discussion The Evening Before Grandma Passed
"Thanks so much.  I am too--"
Nov 25, 2020
Ronald E. Nolte replied to Amy Owen's discussion The Evening Before Grandma Passed
"Sorry for the loss, but I am glad you found comfort."
Nov 25, 2020
Amy Owen replied to douglas binder's discussion Robbers!
"Number one is start with good genetics.  Make sure you are getting queens that show resistance to varroa--and if you can, get local queens, as they are more likely to be able to withstand the unique conditions here in NM. I also use both TB and…"
Nov 22, 2020
Amy Owen replied to douglas binder's discussion Robbers!
"Its so hard to lose colonies--and yes, difficult to kill bees for mite sampling.   What you've learned after your first year is more than many beekeepers learn.  I completely agree with your take-aways.  Some beekeepers just…"
Nov 22, 2020
Amy Owen posted a discussion

The Evening Before Grandma Passed

I wrote this after losing my grandma.  I find solace in beekeeping and watching bees, possibly like some of you.  I hope all of you are doing well in these times.  10/8/2020On Tuesday I got 11 hives ready for winter.I condensed Langstroth hives to fewer boxes, shifted honey around so that every hive had enough, and arranged top bars in a way that benefits them as they form their winter cluster.As these bees slow down and get ready to rest—I knew my grandma was doing the same. The nurses said…See More
Nov 21, 2020
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Amy Owen replied to douglas binder's discussion Robbers!
"I'm so sorry to hear about your hive.  October/November are prime times for robbing as there is less forage out and bees are trying to acquire any resources they can before winter sets in.  If a hive is weak they can not defend…"
Nov 21, 2020
Amy Owen replied to Amy Owen's discussion Vivaldi Boxes For Sale and Why I Love Them
"Call or text me at 575-496-0518"
Oct 5, 2020
Amy Owen posted a discussion

Vivaldi Boxes For Sale and Why I Love Them

$35. Will deliver. https://youtu.be/fp20I0LfQDg
Oct 5, 2020
1 Comment
Amy Owen posted a discussion

Marked and Mated Queen For Sale

Hi beeks--if anyone is in a pickle and needs to requeen or simply wants to create a fall split with a newly mated queen please contact me 575-496-0518.  She's been banked and it's time for her to go to a good home.  See More
Sep 28, 2020
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JIM FITZGIBBON left a comment for Amy Owen
"Hi Amy, I sent you a friend request. I missed your presentation last meeting. I have a question for you. I did a sugar roll test and had 20/300 mites in one hive and 7/300 in my other hive. I have Langs. What treatment do you recommend ? I would not…"
Sep 7, 2020
Amy Owen replied to Ronald E. Nolte's discussion Can anyone identify this visitor to my landing board
"Ive seen those dead in the back of my top bar hives with other hive debris. I’m not sure of what type of beetle it is—but its never caused problems in my hives (and isn’t a small hive beetle). "
Sep 2, 2020
Amy Owen replied to Deborah Cox's discussion Formic acid Varroa treatment
"Hi Debbie! I have some, but I'm afraid it may be too cold now to use formic acid.  "Outside daytime highs should be between 50 - 85°F on day of application. The Formic Acid vapors get moved throughout the hive by the…"
Nov 1, 2019

Profile Information

About me:
I'm very interested in ecology, entomology, and doing my part to contribute to a more sustainable way of life. I keep bees in the east mountains.
I use the following type of bee hives:
Top bar
My bee hives are primarily located here (ZIP code):
87059
How best to reach me (Public email or phone)
Phone 575-496-0518

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At 2:04pm on September 7, 2020, JIM FITZGIBBON said…

Hi Amy,

I sent you a friend request. I missed your presentation last meeting. I have a question for you. I did a sugar roll test and had 20/300 mites in one hive and 7/300 in my other hive. I have Langs. What treatment do you recommend ?

I would not mind calling you if that is ok. I am going to call Randy S. also. He has been a wonderful mentor for me. This is my second year. I have also harvested my honey and getting ready for the fall.

Thank you,

Jim Fitzgibbon

At 9:13pm on May 12, 2018, Hugo Saul Hernandez said…

cool, sounds goood.

At 1:09pm on May 12, 2018, Hugo Saul Hernandez said…

Hi, I left the meeting early but wanted to know if help is still needed at the railyards.

Thanks,

Hugo Hernandez

 
 
 

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