Insect Repellent
Our dedicated insect repellent section is essential for campers looking to have a successful camping trip with family and friends. We have reviewed natural insect repellents for kids and adults alike. We know the importance of protecting your skin from insects and mosquitoes when camping.
How To Get Rid Of Midges
The dreaded midge…Not quite a mosquito, but equally as infuriating and at times painful! This little flying insect brings mass amounts of frustration throughout the summer months across all parts of the world. So, the question is how do we keep midges at bay and prevent midges from entering our homes and gardens? The good …...
13 Home Remedies for Mosquito Bite Relief
We all know how annoying mosquitoes can be and seeing as you’re on this page right now I’m assuming you’ve been bitten. Itchy right? Well, this article goes over a few ideas for mosquito bite relief. When you look at the anatomy of a mosquito and how they suck our blood, it’s actually pretty freaky. …...
How to Get rid of Mosquitoes in the House
When it comes to mosquito season you’re more than likely to run into these pests on a frequent basis. It doesn’t matter how many times you swat them away with your hand, they will keep coming back. So how do you get rid of mosquitoes in the house? Luckily there are a few tactics we …...
Best Bug Zappers Buyer’s Guide & Reviews
Let’s face it, there’s nothing glamorous about buying mundane essentials. But an item like a bug zapper will transform life in the outdoors this summer. If you are camping, or spending your evenings outdoors, a reliable, high quality bug zapper should be high on your shopping list. We can easily spend the winter months forgetting...
Mosquito Hawks
Have you spotted a mosquito hawk flying around your home? Maybe there’s one dancing around your head as you read this? You may be worried by these gangly legged creatures, do they sting or bite? Are they poisonous? Do they transmit diseases? You’re not alone, many people have misconceived ideas about these mysterious bugs, and...
Can Mosquitoes Bite Through Clothes
Can mosquitoes bite through clothes? Yes, they can if the fabric is thin enough. The thinner and tighter fitting the clothes (think yoga pants) are the worst. Mosquitoes use their mouth effectively as a needle to bite their victims. Tight-fitting clothes are effectively just thicker skin for mosquitoes, and so not a problem. Wearing...
When are Mosquitoes most active?
Mosquitoes are a massive problem around the world, some think mosquitoes just swarm and bite. But mosquitoes are actually very dangerous because of the diseases they carry, including Yellow fever and West Nile virus. Being active in the fight against mosquitoes is very important to protect yourself. It is most important to be careful...
Skeeter Syndrome
Summer is a wonderful time of year. The days are longer, the sun is strong, the skies are blue, but unfortunately, also, the bugs are out in full force. One of the most annoying things about summer is that mosquitoes come with it. When a mosquito bites you, it causes an annoying red swelling but …...