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Equipment I use at the BeeHiveCastle
Everything you see on BeeCam.live — I personally own and use every single item on this page. From the camera running the live stream to the bee gnomes guarding the entrance. Updated as my setup grows! 🐝
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🎥 Camera & tech setup
Reolink 4K E1 Outdoor Pro
The exact camera powering this live stream. 4K PTZ, WiFi 6, motion tracking, spotlight — last purchased May 2026 for the BeeHiveCastle.
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Weatherproof Electrical Box
Protects the Reolink camera wiring at the hive. Keeps all connections dry and safe outdoors year-round.
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More tech gear coming soon!
🍯 The hive
Flow Hive 2
The BeeHiveCastle itself — harvest honey straight from the tap without disturbing the bees. The most beautiful hive design available.
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Medium Honey Super Box
The second box we just added to the BeeHiveCastle! Watch the bees move into it live on the cam over the coming weeks.
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Entrance Reducer
Controls hive entrance size — protects the colony from robbing bees and pests during early establishment.
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Black Wax Foundation Sheets
Acorn Bee 9" deep black plastic foundation — wax coated. Dark foundation makes eggs much easier to spot during inspections.
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NUC Transfer Mesh
Used during our April 27th NUC transfer into the BeeHiveCastle. Keeps bees safe during transport.
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🔧 Inspection tools
Full Beekeeping Suit & Veil
Full body protection with integrated veil. What we wear in every inspection you see documented on the About page.
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Smoker, Hive Tool & Grip Set
The full inspection kit — everything we use in every weekly inspection. Great value bundle for new beekeepers.
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Frame Grip Tool
Holds frames securely during inspections. You can see us using this in our weekly inspection photos on the About page.
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Hive Tool
Used to pry apart propolis-sealed frames. The most essential basic tool — always in my pocket during inspections.
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LED Magnifying Glass (30 lights)
Illuminated magnifier — game changer for spotting tiny eggs and larvae. Essential for new beekeepers learning to read frames.
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Queen Catcher Pipes
Used to safely catch and examine the queen without harming her. We spotted our queen on May 24th using these!
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Red Multi-Color LED Flashlight
Red light doesn't disturb bees during night inspections. RGBW multi-color — red mode is essential for beekeepers.
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🌼 Feeding & colony health
Top Feeder
Used to feed the colony during establishment. Sits on top of the hive — bees access sugar syrup from below without exposure.
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Bee Pollen Patty
Protein supplement placed directly on top of frames. Helps build population quickly in spring — used in the BeeHiveCastle early on.
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Brood Booster Stimulant
Feeding stimulant to encourage brood production. Use carefully — I learned from experience that overfeeding causes honey-bound frames!
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💧 Bee water station
Bird Bath for Bees
Bees need a water source close to home! We place this near the BeeHiveCastle so foragers don't have to travel far.
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Floating Bee Islands (6 pack)
Floating platforms for the bird bath — bees land safely to drink without drowning. A must-have with any bee water station.
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🎨 BeeHiveCastle decor — because vibes matter!
Bee Spring Gnome Figurines ⭐
The adorable bee gnomes guarding the hive entrance you see on the live cam! The most asked-about item on BeeCam.live.
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Decorative Metal Bee Ornaments
Garden bee accent decorations around the BeeHiveCastle area. Adds charm and lets visitors know bees live here!
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Weatherproof Caution Sign
Posted near the BeeHiveCastle — lets visitors and neighbors know bees are present. Safety first!
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More decor items coming soon!