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[super doody]

Looking for recommendations for good mosquito repellent. We tried candles and they don't work.  

 

I haven't tried Thermacells yet but I've seen them on different hunting shows:

 

http://www.amazon.co...ywords=Mosquito

 

 

Any other recommendations? 

 

Thanks,

 

Jim

[Ramblinman]

Therma cell works fantastic for the immediate area - not sure how it would do for an entire campsite.

[super doody]

Thanks. Looks like Therma cell makes one for the patio and camp

 

http://www.thermacel...quito-repellent

[LookyLou]

We use lemon eucalyptus oil.  It's natural and it works.  Better for the kids than chemicals.

 

http://www.webmd.com...emon eucalyptus

 

There will still be some mosquito bites no matter what you use.  Bring Preparation H to dab the bites to stop them from itching so you child doesn't scratch at them.

 

John

Edited by LookyLou, 10 August 2015 - 09:34 PM.

[Wandering Sagebrush]

I've considered the Theracell units, too, but I don't know if the outgassing from it would have any effect on optical coatings.   I would need to do more research before I buy.

[RicoV]

Sounds to me like a cool device, however, FAQs on the Thermacell site ( http://www.thermacel...mer-support/faq ) suggest that run problems may occur with their units above 4000 feet or so elevation; that might be a consideration for use if you tend to camp 'higher up'.

[super doody]

bought a thermacell appliance and patio lantern. Will report back on effectiveness in a couple of weeks. 

[ski3pin]

bought a thermacell appliance and patio lantern. Will report back on effectiveness in a couple of weeks. 

 

Do you have a location for the test?

[smlobx]

We have bought and used clothing that's impregnated with a product called Permathrin (sp?) when we did a week long kayak trip down the Allagash River in Maine.
The area is known for black flies and my wife was really worried about it but the clothing works! We later found out that U.S. military uniforms have been treated with this. We also found that you can buy it as a spray and pretreat your own clothing at home before you leave on your trip.

Good luck!

PS. Lookie here!
http://www.cabelas.c...&Ntt=Permathrin

Edited by smlobx, 11 August 2015 - 09:43 PM.

[ntsqd]

Can also buy Avon Skin so soft with that P stuff (I kid my wife and call it "Premarin"). She will be bitten when no one else is, and it works for her remarkably well.