Beekeeping Blog

Spring Inspection Checklist: What to Look for in Your First Hive Check

April 10, 2026 | HiveBloom

The bees made it through winter. Now what? Your first spring inspection sets the tone for the rest of the season. Go in too early and you chill the brood. Wait too long and you miss problems that compound fast. Here’s what to look for and when to do it. When to Inspect Wait for a day that’s at least 55-60F (13-15C) with low wind and some sunshine. The bees should be flying.

HiveBloom Is Now Free

March 31, 2026 | HiveBloom

We made HiveBloom free. Not a free trial. Not a limited preview. Free forever for up to 2 hives with unlimited inspections. No credit card required. No expiration date. Just download the app and start tracking your bees. What You Get for Free With a free HiveBloom account, you can manage up to 2 hives with full access to inspection logging. Record what you see in the hive, track conditions over time, and build a history you can actually learn from.