Bites & Stings

Sometimes the spray is worse than the bite—chemical bug sprays smell bad and can be harmful for pets and children and people with skin sensitivities. Here’s how to make safe, effective,...

Have you ever went outside and then fled back inside because of the little flying blood suckers? Mosquitoes aren't just a pest, they're a health hazard too. Yet, there's a couple of things we...

The summer months are full of fun. Unfortunately they can also be full of mosquitoes. If you are scratching yourself silly then follow these simple steps to easily repel mosquitoes.

Here are some easy, all natural and healthy ways to keep mosquitoes away without having to use bug spray while also learning about things that they may be attracted to.

Everyone should be able to enjoy their backyard without having to worry about mosquito bites or even worse contracting West Nile virus. Deet is a very effective method of mosquito control but...

Summer welcomes in buzzing swarms of trouble. Mosquito bites cause itchy, unpleasant bumps and, in some cases, mosquitos can carry diseases. Ward off mosquitoes with homemade repellent that allows...

Mosquitoes are annoying little pests that can leave you with some very itching mosquito bites. So mosquito repellent is necessary to keep those pesky insects away. While mosquito repellent is...

I hate mosquitoes, don't you? With the West Nile Disease scare, my concern grows. Do you know anyone who has caught the disease? I have and he got himself in some pretty serious trouble. You see...

It's summer and time to break out the mosquito repellent. Those pesky mosquitoes always seem to be hungry and sucking your blood really hits the spot. The problem is the itchiness it the resulting...

Nothing can clear a backyard party faster than mosquitos—except, of course, the sounds of slap-happy guests trying to protect themselves and others (it's the one time we have no problems slapping...

From Northern Minnesota to Southern Florida. Outdoor living can be made simpler with this simple how-to on handling common summer pest.

All insecticides, herbicides, and pesticides are damaging to nervous systems. Avoid harmful, toxic chemicals like DEET in mosquito repellants. Choose a safer, natural approach to handle pests this...

We all hate being chewed up by insects. Read this article for some tips on natural ways to keep biting insects away from yourself and your home, without the use of harsh chemicals.

Summer time is a great time to go outside and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. But what about those pesky insects that like to sting and bite? It's kind of hard to enjoy yourself if you are...

In the summer, mosquitoes come out in force due to a variety of factors including the warm temperature and the rainy weather. Mosquitoes can carry diseases including the West Nile Virus and...

Socializing on the back deck with friends and family, and those menacing bugs start bugging you. Many backyard barbecues are spoiled by those little creatures. They can annoy you and ruin your...

Having mosquito problems around your home? You're not alone. Mosquitoes can be highly inconvenient and can even make you fatally sick. If you would like to rid your yard of mosquitoes but aren't...

Mosquito bites aren't just annoying. They can carry blood born illness from one host to another. Avoiding being bit takes a small amount of preparation, but trust me it is worth it.

Warm weather has finally arrived and along with the rising temperatures comes an age old problem, mosquitoes. Repelling mosquitoes and keeping your family safe from mosquito bites is a major...

You can easily learn how to repel mosquitos naturally. Mosquitos are attracted to certain scents. You can either cover the scent or create an undesirable scent to keep them away.

Most insect repellents are filled with harsh chemicals, and unnatural ingredients making this natural insect repellent a great replacement. This insect repellent is the perfect blend of a few...

It’s common to use citronella-based products in candles and sprays to repel the unwanted attentions of mosquitoes. But, does anyone ever use lavender? The difference between using citronella and...

Don't like the smell of Deet? You can make your own insect repellent that smells excellent!

With the trend toward removing needless and potentially damaging chemicals from the household, many people are turning toward natural alternatives for mosquito repellents. One of the hottest items...

If you have spider problems like I did, you probably can't be in your home comfortably. Here's a simple solution.

When was the last time you checked out the ingredients and warnings on your bug spray? Yuck, right? And the smell? How many of you like smelling like Skin-So-Soft? Or Off spray? Here's a natural,...

You can make natural insect repellent. Deet, the main ingredient in most commercial repellents is a health risk. Personally, I would rather get bitten than use Deet. But, there is another...

They're ba-aa-ck! Slapping and scratching yet? Get ready, the blood-sucking mosquitoes have returned this year with a vengeance - experts are saying that we may be in for the worst mosquito season...

We all know what it's like to have buzzing, biting mosquitoes put a damper on our summer evening activities. While it may not be possible to eliminate them completely, with a little effort and a...

As the temperatures begin to rise the threat of mosquito bites becomes more of a concern. For those of us with young children or small household pets mosquito can become a very serious...

Clove oil, along with citronella, can be one of the most effective natural ingredients to use as an insect repellent. Just be sure to dilute the clove oil before applying it to your skin, since it...

Citronella oil, which is derived from some varieties of the lemongrass family, can be used as a safe, non-toxic insect repellent. Citronella oil can be applied directly to skin in diluted form, or...

Don't let mosquitoes and other flying pests ruin your outdoor fun. Prepare this toxin-free insect repellent at home to keep your family safe.