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  • Do you mail nucs?

    June 30, 2023 /

    No we don’t.   It’s not uncommon for things to go wrong with mailing nucs.

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  • Are the queens that are included with nucs marked?

    October 13, 2022 /

    Queens are marked with a colored dot on their thorax indicating the year they were mated.  There is no charge for marking queens and if you would prefer an unmarked queen please let us know in advance.

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  • Are there taxes on nuc sales?

    October 13, 2022 /

    Bees and queens are considered livestock and are tax exempt.

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  • Can I pick my nuc up on Vancouver Island?

    December 18, 2021 /

    We have rendezvous locations in Victoria, Saanich and Crofton around the end of May.  Additional rendezvous meetings may be scheduled depending on demand so delivery to Vancouver Island in June is not guaranteed.  Of course, anyone can pick up nucs from us on Salt Spring Island.  We also occasionally make trips to the lower mainland and beyond.  If you are interested in a large order but live far away, please contact us to discuss delivery options.

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  • What kind of box do the nucs come in?

    November 24, 2021 /

    The nucs come in corrugated plastic nuc boxes which are included in the price and are not refundable due to the risk of disease transfer.

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  • What size frames are included with nucs?

    November 24, 2021 /

    Nucs come with standard frames, otherwise known as deep frames.  They are typically less than 4 years old and mostly incorporate drawn plastic foundation in a well made wooden frame.

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  • Are your bees inspected prior to selling nucs?

    July 13, 2021 /

    Yes, they are.  A copy of the permit is avaialble upon request.

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  • Do you give refunds if I order nucs and change my mind?

    July 13, 2021 /

    You will receive a full refund if you change your mind about an order prior to February 15th.  After that date the nuc deposit portion becomes non-refundable.

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