Types of veils: Folding and round veils are made of wire mesh that fit over a helmet worn on the head and are secured in place with drawstrings tied around the waist. An Alexander-type veil requires no helmet, usually attaching to the head with an elastic band. There are also veils made with combinations of cloth, nylon or wire mesh that zip onto a coverall. Helmets are usually adjustable to head size. Helmets support veils that fit over them and provide space that keeps the veil away from the face.
Choose loose-fitting, long pants and a light-colored, long-sleeved shirt with a smooth finish. Khaki or chambray material works well for the shirt and khaki or faded jeans work fine as pants. Beekeeping Boots can are available in a variety of beautiful designs. From pure white to those with cute bee designs , you will find a pair to suit any style. Beekeeping boots you can live without. Still, if it makes you smile, no harm in having a pair. Sweatbands are essential for the southern beekeeper.
In fact when it come to bee protective clothing a sweatband would rank near the top. It is the very rare individual who is not drenched in sweat while working bees in July. A good sweatband or 2 or 3 are a very worthwhile invest for any beekeeper living in a warm climate. You need a sweatband.
Each beekeeper has to decide what type of protective gear they want to wear. The most important thing is that you feel at ease while you are enjoying your bees. There you have it fellow beekeepers. Bee suits and bee protective clothing that you need, want and can do without. Also it is perfectly okay to have several of each kind. Master Beekeeper, Charlotte Anderson shares her love of all things honeybee.
She helps others become better beekeepers and teaches new beekeepers how to get started. Her mission is spreading awareness of the importance of honey bees. She is a former Beekeeper of the Year in South Carolina. Charlotte I was at the bee boot camp just wanted to say I enjoyed the class you and Kerry put on. I learned a supper bunch of information would recommend it to any new want to be beekeeper thanks again. In general, no you dont have to. However, I rarely get stung when wearing my suit unless a squeeze a bee in the bend of my arm etc.
If I was working a very aggressive colony, some layers would add protection. Here it is so hot, I wear as little as possible. I am sure you could. You would want it to be roomy. They consist of several layers of vented material — thicker than a bees stinger. Your email address will not be published.
Skip to content. In this Post:. Similar Posts. Thanks Ed. So glad you enjoyed it! Hello, I am just wondering, is a bee keeping suit supposed to be worn with layers underneath? Leave a Reply Cancel reply Your email address will not be published.
This website uses cookies to improve your experience. The type of veil a beekeeper uses is a matter of personal preference. Purchasing from a reputable supplier or manufacturer, you will get a good quality product no matter your choice. We recommend that beginners always wear protection working the hives. If you follow that advice, then a fencing veil zipped to a beekeeping suit or jacket may make the most sense. I am sure an Alexander veil works fine, but I am not sure how comfortable it would be if you decided to wear a cap along with the elastic headband.
I wear a jacket with a hood any time we do detailed work in the hives. I also have a square veil and helmet for occasional short trips to do some simple checks. You can make your own veil if you are so inclined. Check out these instructions from the Klamath Basin Beekeepers Association for making a low-cost veil.
A beekeeping suit covers almost all your body from the ankles to the neck and wrists. A beekeeping jacket only covers your upper torso.
Beekeeping protective clothing comes in a wide range of quality and pricing. When buying a beekeeping suit or jacket, look for quality workmanship:. Higher-quality protective clothing is generally more expensive. It is okay to save some money with lower costs gear so long as it provides adequate protection. For experienced beekeepers, choosing between a full suit and a jacket is a matter of personal preference. Many beekeepers will have both available and choose the one appropriate for different situations.
We suggest that new beekeepers start with a beekeeping suit until they learn to work beehives comfortably without agitating the colony.
If you opt for a beekeeping jacket , you can wear jeans or overalls to cover your legs with thick fabric though not as protective as a bee suit.
You can help keep bees out of your pant legs with boots, duct tape, or Velcro leg straps like these on Amazon. And remember, protective clothing only works if it is securely closed without bees in it ….
They have served us well. Their biggest shortcoming is a lack of ventilation on sweltering days. I have never been stung through my pants, though I have been stung on my ankle through socks.
Beekeeping protective clothing is most often white. Light colors are best in the hot summer sun, and dark colors make bees think of predators like bears. Over the years, more options have become available. The Mann Lake Economy jacket is the one we have been using. It is an excellent low-cost option. You should hand wash the veil with a gentle soap or laundry detergent. The suit can easily be laundered in the washing machine. Move around in the jacket to see how comfortable it will be when you are performing tasks in the beehive.
Check the elastic at the bottom to ensure it fits you snugly and leaves no gaps where a bee may enter. Some jackets and overalls may have elastic loops attached to the cuffs.
These hook over the thumbs and prevent the sleeves of the jacket riding up when putting on protective gloves. Although more expensive than a veil, I believe the extra cost of a jacket will be worth the added protection and peace of mind it provides you. Overalls are the most expensive option but offer the most protection. As a new beekeeper overalls were the best choice for me as they gave me confidence knowing there were no gaps for the bees to enter.
The overalls come with elasticized ankle and wrist cuffs that are firm enough to prevent bees from crawling inside. Long gloves give an extra protective layer. I wear gumboots for added protection too.
Are they easy to do up? Can you move around in them comfortably? Check the zippers to make sure when everything is zipped up there are no gaps.
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