Swarms
Swarm season in Cabarrus county starts around the first of April, and runs through spring. It is possible to have a fall swarm in our county, but it is very unlikely.
Contrary to common belief, swarms are fairly gentle. They're really just looking for a new home. Do the bees a favor, and call a local beekeeper. They will be happy to come collect the bees.
What to do, if you think you have a swarm.
First, you need to make sure it really is a swarm.
Typically a swarm will be in
a mass, hanging from a branch or a surface.
It's also common to have many bees gather around a water source in the summer heat, like a swimming pool or your pet's water bowl. This is not a swarm, just thirsty bees.
If you do in fact have a swarm, don't spray them with insecticide. Instead, call your local beekeeper. Several of our members would be happy to take them off your hands.
Here is a list of our members that collect swarms. This is a free service. We just want to help out the bees, and maybe make a little honey with them next year. Swarm List
