Bee Gees Tribute in Laramie: She Gees Perform

William Williams · 2026-02-01

Hey there, fellow beekeeping professionals. I know you're probably expecting another deep dive into varroa mites or hive beetles today. But sometimes, stepping away from the apiary gives us the fresh perspective we need to tackle our pest control challenges with renewed energy. Let's talk about something different for a moment. There's a cultural event buzzing in Laramie, Wyoming, that's caught my attention. It's not about bees, but the name sure makes you look twice. ### The She Gees Take the Stage A tribute band called the She Gees is performing a Bee Gees tribute show. Now, I can already hear you thinking, 'What does this have to do with integrated pest management?' Bear with me. Our work requires rhythm, coordination, and sometimes, a little harmony to be successful. Watching a skilled performance reminds me of the delicate balance we maintain in our hives. Think about it. A great tribute band doesn't just play the notes—they capture the essence, the feeling of the original. That's what we do with pest control. We're not just applying treatments; we're preserving the essence of a healthy colony. We're maintaining that perfect buzz. ### Finding Inspiration in Unexpected Places I've found that some of my best management ideas come when I'm not actively thinking about bees. There's a creative spark that lights up when you engage with other forms of precision and timing. A musical performance requires: - Perfect timing and synchronization - Reading the audience (or in our case, the hive's condition) - Adjusting the approach based on feedback - Maintaining consistency while allowing for improvisation Sound familiar? It's not so different from monitoring mite counts, adjusting treatment schedules, and responding to what the colony tells us through its behavior. One of my mentors used to say, 'The best beekeepers listen more than they talk.' He wasn't just talking about listening to bees. He meant listening to the world around you for patterns, rhythms, and solutions that might apply to your work. ### The Connection Between Rhythm and Routine Our pest management routines have their own rhythm. There's a seasonal cadence to inspections, treatments, and assessments. Sometimes we get so locked into our routines that we miss opportunities for innovation. Stepping out to enjoy community events—even ones that seem unrelated—can shake loose new ideas. I remember once watching a synchronized light show and realizing how the timing principles could apply to staggered treatment applications across multiple yards. The connection wasn't obvious at first, but allowing my mind to wander made the link possible. ### Why This Matters for Professionals We're in a tough field. The pressure from pests keeps increasing, and solutions need to be both effective and sustainable. Burnout is real when you're constantly focused on mites, beetles, and wax moths. Giving yourself permission to engage with completely different forms of excellence—like musical performance—can be surprisingly rejuvenating. It reminds you that precision exists in many fields. That attention to detail matters everywhere. That sometimes the solution to a persistent problem comes when you stop staring directly at it. So here's my unconventional advice for this week: Find something excellent that has nothing to do with bees. Watch masters of another craft do their thing. Let your brain make unexpected connections. You might return to your hives with a fresh approach to an old problem. After all, the best pest management specialists aren't just technicians—they're thinkers, observers, and creative problem-solvers who draw inspiration from the wider world. And sometimes, that inspiration comes with a disco beat.