But the kind of hive you end up purchasing is just one of the decisions you need to make when you're thinking of keeping bees on your property
. Before the beekeeper even makes the decision to keep bees on their property, the proper research of local restrictions in regards to keeping bees in their area should be undertaken. The amount of space that is available and the where in that space the hive should go is also quite important. Beehives should never be put in a spot that is near to schools, homes or any other place where there will be a high concentration of people. There's always going to be someone who sees bees as annoying - especially those that are known to suffer allergies from the sting of a bee. It's advised to place a beehive close to where the bees can easily get to a food source. A beehive also needs to be near to fresh water, either a natural source or provided by the beekeeper. Something else to think about concerning the position of the hive are predators such as skunks, racoons and even bears. The hive will also need protection from harsh weather conditions but be easily accessible at all times. Though bees themselves are active at specific periods of the year, beekeeping is a full-time occupation and continues through each season.