Off-Season Swarms? Yes! Claim Free Bees in January

Think swarm season is over? While the peak swarming months are behind us, January can still bring unexpected opportunities to expand your apiary with free bees. Especially in warmer climates, or even during brief warm spells further north, honey bee colonies can still decide to swarm.

Why Winter Swarms Happen

Even in January, established colonies can sometimes get overcrowded or experience a sudden change in conditions that triggers swarming behavior. It's less common than in spring, sure, but these off-season swarms are just as valuable and healthy as their springtime counterparts. Don't miss out on these unexpected opportunities!

Swarmed: Your Swarm Alert System

Our system connects you with local swarm reports in real-time, so you never miss a chance to rescue a colony, even in January. We've got nearly 10,000 beekeepers across North America (and growing!), ready to respond and give a swarm a new home, and we send out over 100,000 alerts each season.

Why Join Swarmed?

• Free Swarm Alerts: Get notified the moment a swarm is reported near you.
• No Commitment: Use the platform as much or as little as you like. There are no obligations, and you can set your notification radius to fit your availability.
• Healthy Bees: Swarms are a fantastic way to acquire healthy, locally adapted bees for your apiary.

Ready to Grow Your Apiary?

Don't let those free bees fly away! Sign up for Swarmed and start receiving local swarm alerts today: https://beeswarmed.org/beekeeper-signup (opens in a new tab). It's free to join, and you'll be helping to protect these vital pollinators. Plus, who doesn't love the thrill of a good swarm rescue, even in January?