Transferring bees into observation hive

[ltcmats]

I have a weak colony that probably won't survive the winter here in MA.  We just completed an 3 frame observation hive and are wondering what is the best method for moving the bees into it.  Any suggestions would be appreciated.

[Michael Bush]

Just put them in.  If the old location is close by, then close them up for a couple of days to get them to reorient when they leave.  If they still look a little weak you can shake some bees into a box and hook it up to the tube and wait for them to move in.

[ArmucheeBee]

We just discussed this over the weekend.  Read down a few posts to "Moving into a new hive" by ArmucheeBee.

[ltcmats]

Thanks!

I just read the post re: moving into a new hive.  That was helpful too.