Black bear got two of my hives last fall one was doa, the other amazingly survived the winter. Even 1/2 way through this summer, they were just nasty! Bees remember!
I have no bears but bees do remember me and will tag me the next day when I am nowhere near the hive.
Summer has been tough. I have not had an under 100 degree day in at least two months. I can only suite up for a short period of time and do a quick inspection.
No nectar out there and little pollen. They get agitated when I crack a hive open.