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Future CaSCA Webinars

We are aiming to have a webinar approximately every 2 weeks until May. These will be for members only.
Recordings and an AI Summary will also be available to members.

Scheduled so far:

CaSCA Webinar: Rescuing Bees from Buildings

Thursday 12th March 2026 at 7:00pm
Karl Colyer shares some videos, photos and stories of various rescues and what you may encounter if you offer this service.

Tuesday 24 March Karl Colyer
“Practical techniques for managing colonies efficiently”

CaSCA Webinar: Rescuing Bees from Buildings

Zoom Webinar held on Thursday 12th March 2026

Karl Colyer

Karl has been running his own businesses since 1999 as his sole source of income. From 2017, income from bees has been his primary source of funds. Main income streams are from honey sales, nuc sales and bee rescues.

One market niche involves removing bee colonies from buildings and trees. Karl shares some videos, photos and stories of various rescues and what you may encounter if you offer this service. Current volumes for Karl are about 50 rescues per year with zero advertising, web presence or marketing.

Key takeaways – Rescuing Bees from Buildings and Trees

Karl Colyer presented on rescuing bees from buildings as a commercial service, covering practical techniques, equipment, insurance, and pricing strategies

Bee rescues can be lucrative, with prices ranging from £90-£350 for typical jobs, though some professionals charge much, much more.

Thermal imaging cameras are essential for locating colonies and minimizing structural damage during extractions
Rescued colonies often exhibit valuable genetics: locally adapted, varroa resistant, darker in colour, and gentle temperament
Proofing entrance holes after removal is critical to prevent recolonisation, more important than complete cavity cleaning
Insurance coverage is necessary for working at heights and building repairs, separate from standard BBKA beekeeping insurance
Wait 3 weeks after bees move in before attempting rescue to allow comb building and brood development
Bee vacuum designs using nuke boxes were shared, with detailed plans available in BeeCraft February 2021 issue