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Last Week in the Apiary - 4th Week of January 2026

2/12/2026

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Kim Mehalick covers administrative topics and terminology in the beginning of the Maryland State Beekeepers Association
The Nucs and Splits Class offered each year by Maryland State Beekeepers Association, hosted at University of Maryland in College Park, is a wonderful opportunity to learn during this time of year!  Photo by Eric Malcolm, February 7, 2026. 
Time in the Yard: 0 minutes
Time in the Barn: 0 minutes
Total Colonies:
27
Hi Temp:
28°
Low Temp:
8°
Avg Temp:
17.5°
​Total Precipitation
: 1.77”
Actions:
No bee work done.

Observations:
It was too cold to do anything bee related outside. We also received several inches of snow, sleet, and ice. 

Reflections:
When it’s too cold to work bees outside, that is a perfect time to attend meetings, take classes, or catch up on reading! 

Things in bloom:
None observed. 
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