We know there are some solutions to saving the bees. We can plant flowers, buy organic, support local keepers, start beekeeping at home, and demand the EPA to discontinue the use of harmful pesticides and insecticides. So lets say you want to start beekeeping. You might be asking yourself where do I begin? What equipment and supplies will I need? Let's take a look!

• A smoker to calm and settle the bees
• A hive tool to assist in opening hives and moving frames
• A hive stand serving as the base to keep the hive dry and increase air flow
• A bottom board that sits on top of the hive stand
• Hive bodies as brood and storage for bee food
• Frames for holding brood and honey
• Supers for bees to store the honey
• A queen excluder which will eliminate the queen from entering the supers
• A feeder to provide food for the bees
• Protective clothing 
• And of course BEES! search online for local providers