2 late swarms

[Orlando]

I just caught two late season swarms....nectar flow going in lower NY.

Should I consider combining the two? If so what is the best time to do it (wait till they build up or do it sooner)? Or better to overwinter as nucs?

Thanks

[iddee]

If the total is 5 lb. or less, I would combine now.

[Orlando]

If the total is 5 lb. or less, I would combine now.

Best method?

[Brian D. Bray]

Newspaper always works.  If you're in a hurry use a queen excluder with both a top and bottom entrance, might loose a few bees but they'll combine.