Hobbies And Interests
Bee Veil
The bee veil prevents the bees from stinging the wearer on the face and neck. Veils are normally worn with a white bee suit that protects the rest of the body. The best type of veil zips onto the bee suit and protects the wearer from bees getting under the veil and becoming trapped there. If wearing a veil with an ordinary jacket, tape the veil to the jacket.
Bee Gloves
The gloves a beekeeper wears are there to prevent stings on the hands. The gloves often have long gauntlets to protect the wrists and arms from bee access. If a beekeeping suit is worn, it covers the arms and overlaps the gloves snugly. In the absence of a suit, over-tape the gauntlets with the sleeves of the protective jacket.
Beekeeping
Beginning beekeepers are encouraged to wear full bee suits. Bees tend to pick up on the energy around them, and more easily become agitated if the people handling them become upset. Those new to beekeeping are advised to stay calm. Bee suits are white in color because the bees are less upset by white. Bear this in mind if approaching a bee hive without a suit.
Wild Bees
Wild bees are often removed by beekeepers or pest control professionals. When there are multiple reports of stings, however, the wild bees are sometimes removed by paramedics or fire department personnel. These bees are possibly Africanized wild bees and are potentially dangerous. Do not approach a wild bee colony. Call for professional assistance. If someone is being attacked by bees, call emergency personnel.