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For the most part, mosquito bites are just a nuisance - they can, however, deliver viruses like malaria and encephalitis. The trick is to avoid mosquito bites altogether, a task made easy by...
Warm weather, bbq season and pool season are synonymous with mosquitoes. But if you don't want your fun to be ruined by those pesky insects there are ways to deter them and make your outside...
The only downside to sitting outside on a beautiful evening is the mosquito bites. There are easy and natural ways to avoid insect bites that don't involve toxic chemicals in insect repellent.
Lyme Disease is growing. With each passing year more and more cases are being reported. The following article will educate you on how to recognize, treat and protect against Lyme disease.
Mosquitoes can be unwelcome guest this summer as you spend time outdoors. Commercial chemicals are harsh and not always effective in repelling these pesky bugs. The follow is a list of easy...
If you reside close to a park, or a wooded area, you may have raccoons visiting your home, throughout the night. Raccoons are very cleaver and mischievous. They will climb up a tree, jump onto...
Deer love tulips. Some say they like tulips because their body needs salt, others say it is because they are hungry and tulips taste good. One thing is certain if you grow tulips and have deer...
Do you like the outdoors? If so hiking could be at the top of your outdoor recreational adventures. However, you can't just wake up one morning and say to your family hey let's go hiking. A...
This is an easy, effective indoor bug repellent you can make in 10 minutes and it smells good, too. With all the toxic chemicals in bug sprays today, it is great to know that you can make your own...
Natural bug and worm repellents for tomato plants are growing in popularity as people become more aware of the toxins in traditional products. Nothing is more discouraging than to go out to your...
Summer is here and with it brings those pesky little critters that take great pleasure in turning a beautiful summer evening outdoors into slap and itch fest. Unfortunately they also bring several...
Rats are no longer just a city problem. Due to urban sprawl and networks of underground sewer lines, water pipes, and utility wires, even so-called nice neighborhoods may harbor rats near...
Garlic is a wonderful addition to any meal for the health benefits it provides. Yet, the smell is something to reckon with on your skin. The smell stays and stays and stays some more acting as...
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.
Trying to keep those stray dogs off of your lawn? Or maybe you just want your pet Rover to stay out of your prize winning flower bed. The solutions range from cheap and easy to costly and...
I live in the wilds of Pennsylvania. I am always amazed when I see people hiking in the woods with their IPOD and headphone and maybe eating a snack or carrying food with them. Don't they know...
One time I got bitten by a mosquito and realized that it was time to make my own natural mosquito repellent. Admittedly, what I came up with doesn't work as well as a DEET-based formula, but the...
Deer might be adorable but maybe not so when you've labored for hours only to have your vegetables or flowers devoured by the beasts. There are many ways of to get rid of deer as you effectively...
At a certain time every year we all pull out the insect repellent so we can do battle with mosquitoes, gnats, ticks, noseeums, chiggers, and the various other bugs that are the bane of our...
Another mosquito bite! It's not fair! You step into your own backyard in your own gul-durned home, for crying out loud, for a BBQ, a bit of garden work, or an afternoon snooze. Soon as you're...
Hiking is a great outdoor recreational activity either at home or on vacation. Hiking will allow you to immerse yourself in rich history, distinctive wildlife, and incredible geology of the...
Ahhhh summer time, the flowers, the grass, the watering and planting to make everything look picture perfect, and oh yes... the moles! Follow these simple steps to humanely rid your yard and...
Vinegar can be found in most houses but it is not only for cooking. There are many ways to use vinegar for everyday things, whether you are using it because you are in a pinch or because you want...
Making your own organic and natural mosquito repellent is really quite simple, and much safer for your entire family than store bought repellents that are loaded with harmful chemicals. There are...
This summer instead of waiting for the mosquitoes to bite or the gnats to drive you buggy, why not use a few simple items from your cabinets as insect repellent.
Warm weather is here and while you’re itching to get outside and enjoy the weather, the ants in your yard are thinking it’s a swell time to come inside your home. Spring is when ants of all kinds,...
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...
There are lots of things you can do to help avoid mosquito bites and control the mosquitoes in or around your home. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has offered some tips!
Making Stain Repellent Slip-covers is all about choosing the proper fabric. I've made slip-covers for several furniture pieces, and my proudest piece, the white slip-cover shown in the picture,...
It’s getting that time again when we are ready to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather. What! We get out and want to run back in. Mosquito’s are one of the biggest pests in the summer. They...
During the summer months, mosquitoes can be a real problem, especially if you live in a humid region of the United States or near some wetlands. If you spend time outdoors in the evenings grilling...
Wearing Buzz Off clothing is a unique way to protect yourself from uncomfortable and potentially dangerous insect bites. Insect repellent clothing is odorless and convenient, and when compared to...
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,...
Ants can be a big problem when they invade your home and creep you out. Happily, though, you can get rid of ants and keep them away. You can call an exterminator for an obvious solution or drive...
Every summer Mosquitos become one of those pesky annoyances we pretty much just have to accept. However, with the West Nile Virus being transferred via mosquitos, it's more important than ever to...
Dogs are considered to be man's best friend. However, it is estimated 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs each year. Around 26 of these attacks are fatal. Here's some tips that will help you...
A marching line of ants across your kitchen counter is an unwelcome sight in the morning or any time of the day for that matter. Nobody wants ants in their food, but who wants to resort to using...
Not only are ticks a nasty irritation but they can be dangerous for your pets. If your pet is prone to tick problems, one natural way to repel unwanted ticks is with garlic. Now your pet might not...
Nothing can put a damper on a perfect hike like bugs. From early spring to late fall mosquitoes, gnats, bees, and other flying insects come out in full force. Ticks and spiders are also...
Hardwood outdoor furniture is one of the most durable with teak wood being at the top of the list. Teak wood is more expensive but will stand up to the outdoor elements for a very long time;...
We all know how dangerous mosquitoes are and how important it is to use a mosquito repellent to keep mosquitoes away from us, but we like to also keep our skin soft and smelling nice, and Avon...
Seeing tunnels and trails all over your yard after the snow melts can be disappointing, especially when you had a nice looking yard in the fall. This damage is likely caused by moles and/or...
Whiteflies, thrips, garden beetles--creepy crawlies that suck the life from our tomatoes, asters and all the other plants we want to thrive in our garden. Some simple, non-chemical strategies can...
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...
Celebrating our Nation's freedom should not impede yours. Do not let Wisconsin's unpredictable weather stop you from having a memorable and fun fourth of July picnic. Here's some practical ideas...
It’s horrible when your pets are plagued with fleas and ticks. It wreaks havoc on the carpet, linen and everything else in your home your pet comes in contact with. It’s also...
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...
If you have a problem with keeping animals away from your birdhouse, you are not alone. Many people are in a constant struggle with small critters in order to keep their bird friends safe. Here...
Insects are not only uncomfortable nuisances, they are now carrying a lot of life-threatening diseases like West Nile, Lyme Disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever among others. Avoiding areas...
It's Tick season again and they are already out. My nephew went back in the woods last week and came up with 1 one his skin and 1 crawling up his pant leg. Ticks are nasty little bugs that carry...
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