HAMPDEN, Maine (WABI) - The countdown to spring is on! Spring is the most important time of year for honeybees. But, experts say now is the time to prepare if you want to start managing your own ...

Many would-be beekeepers shy away from the idea because they're afraid of being stung. The author explains that, with a little know-how, stings can be a rarity, and the payoff is well worth the risk.

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