John Hacker


			John Hacker started Beekeeping in 1935 at the age of 11 and worked only with a veil. He was taught by his father who started in 1906. John Hacker provided Caroline and Rowena Guthrie with their first swarm. His Dry Drayton apiary had been established and the 'cottage' style hives, based on Nationals, built by his father. He was only a 'phone call away when challenging situations arose. At 80 years of age John still managed 30 beehives!

	Cherry John Hacker 6th September 1924 - 3rd June 2005
					The hive is at rest With it's cluster of Bees Awaiting Spring's warmth of at least 50 degrees When they spread their wings, Enslaved to the hive All dedicated to the Queen so the colony survives. Anon

	Bee friendly hands