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Is it legal to keep bees? In most places, the answer is yes. But some areas have laws or ordinances restricting or even prohibiting beekeeping. For the most part, such restrictions are limited to highly populated, urban areas. Other communities may limit the number of hives you can keep, and some require you to register your bees. Ask your local authorities how to go about this. Some communities require that the state bee inspector inspect the health of your colonies periodically. If you have any questions about the legality of keeping bees, contact your state bee inspector, the state department of agriculture, or a local bee club or association.

Bee Culture magazine maintains a terrific online resource under the tab “Resources.” This is a great way to find beekeeping clubs, associations, and agencies in your state. Visit www.beeculture.com and follow the links under the “resources” tab. By the way, there’s a subscription discount offer for this journal at the end of this book.