After several weeks of very cold weather, often falling below 0 degrees Fahrenheit, we had temps in the high 50s today. There were bees flying at all of my hives, so each colony has so far survived the winter. After checking the fondant, I removed the mouse guards and entrance reducers, and then gave each colony some time to clear the dead from their bottom boards. I'm relieved the hives are alive, but know it's still a few more months until spring brings them fair weather, pollen, and nectar.
Alive
Honey bee venturing out of her hive on a warm winter day