SWARM LURE BOX IDEA
Good Afternoon!
I came up with this idea last night. My mind does this to me time to time! :-)😅
Basically, it is the ProNuc box with a rachet strap attached to the box. This is critical because when you are up on the ladder - this is very awkard and dangerous. I used large headed screws to attach the strap plus I used a leather punch to make holes in the strap so the screws would work without 'bunching' up the strap.
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| Three screws attach the strap as shown. Be sure to use a leather punch to make holes in the strap BEFORE screwing it to the box |
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| Use the 'hook strap' and attach it like this. |
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I used one frame that was drawn with some honey. The other 4 frames are waxed but just foundation to allow for room for the swarm to settle in
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| Using a free standing ladder (BE CAREFUL!) Swing the strap about a tree like this. This does take a bit of 'wrestling' to get the strap in the rachet. I found that attaching it loosely THEN adjust the box to the right direction. Place the lid, make sure the lid fits securely, and use a small stick or block to 'plumb it up' the box so it sits perfectly upright. Square to the grond and level as much as possible. |
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| This shows the rachet strap setup |
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| All set! Ready for some new tenants to arrive! |
