The warmer weather will certainly start waking up the honeybees soon. So if you’re interested in getting in on the honey-making action, now is the time to do so.

Honeybees are still facing the threat of extinction.

The Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village says, sadly, they lost three of their six hives this year. That’s common thanks to the fluctuating weather we’ve seen, colony collapse disorder and the varroa mite.

Since bees can travel up to a three-mile radius, they never know what they might bring back to the hive, aside from pollen. However, humans can help the situation by maintaining their own colony.

Sara Miller, education manager of the Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village, says one is good, but bees do better with two.

If it’s something you might be interested in, get your bees now and get them set up. You'll want to study a lot before delving into this hobby, though. Miller suggests reading and finding a network near you.

“People think it’s an easy hobby to get into — yes and no," said Miller. "There is a lot that you need to know, so find out as much as you can and then make sure you get your equipment. You want everything set up and ready before your bees arrive in usually late April or early May.”

Once they’re in the hive, check on them about once a month. Miller says the more you disturb them, the less honey you’ll get.

There are some misconceptions about honeybees. Many say if you leave them alone, they are very calm and gentle. Staying away from the front of the hive is best practice. If they sting you, they’ll die, so they try not to.

If caring for a hive doesn’t seem like the thing for you, you can always plant flowers for them. Information on the Old Farmer's Almanac website can help.