BUCKS COUNTY BEEKEEPERS ASSOCIATION

We suggest utilizing one of the following two options to connect with local beekeepers to assist you immediately: 

1.  Report a Swarm through beeswarmed.org  

If you see a swarm? Fill out the form to quickly connect with a local beekeeper that is available.

Your name and address of swarm will only be shared with the responding beekeeper -  keeping your personal information private.

https://beeswarmed.org/report-swarm-bcba.     Go to link from cell phone - easily add pictures

2. Local Facebook Group

You can submit a post in the local beekeeping Facebook group.  This Facebook page is NOT affiliated with the Bucks County Beekeeper Assoc.

Many local (both BCBA and Non-BCBA) beekeepers follow this group and are generally responsive to swarm posts.   When posting in Facebook it is helpful that you include pictures as this is the best way to identify swarms and ease of removal/catch. 

WARNING:   Please be careful and mindful about posting personal information into the public Facebook page. 

These are the best ways to get help in a timely manner as we don't check the BCBA inbox regularly enough to respond to swarms.

Swarms can eventually move to permanent structures. Many times uncaptured swarms will move into more permanent places lije  the eaves of your roof, chimneys, shed or house walls.  These removals are considered "cut outs" and require professional swarm removal contractors who are both experienced and insured to to safely conduct the minimal deconstruction of your building to access the hive and properly remove it.  Cutouts can be complicated and costly.   Report swarms early when you see them.