I got a call from the local power authority that they cut down a tree that was too close to the power lines and it had a colony of honey bees that would surely die if they could not be rescued.

I keep all my rescue tools handy especially during the swarming season just in case I get a call or text like this one.  I used my chain saw to "gently" cut along both sides of the area in the tree where the colony was established.  Fortunately I use chain saws quite a bit and I have a feel for how deep they are cutting and if I need to back off or keep moving.

This particular rescue mission took about 5 hour total from the time I left my house until I returned and put them into their new home safe and sound.  You can also watch the video on my Youtube channel.

If you have honey bees in your yard on a bush or limb or in a structure that need removal please contact us.  If I can't come out personally I have a list of honey bee heroes that I can reach out to that may be able to help.