How Do You Keep Bugs Away When Camping?
Insects are the eternal bane of any enthusiastic camper. Mosquitoes and other bugs seem omnipresent when camping, and little can be done to avoid them completely. You can, however, take certain steps to keep the bugs away when camping and reduce their ability to ruin your good time. Avoid wet areas with a lot of stagnant pools or tall grass. Bugs breed in such conditions and love to feast on any creatures in reach. Look for sites with good water drainage while camping, and don’t pitch your tent anywhere near standing water. Cover any exposed skin with long-sleeved clothing, hats and bandannas. Not only does it keep mosquitoes and other bloodsucking bugs away from you, but it also prevents ticks from attaching themselves to your flesh. Some ticks carry Lyme disease, which is a considerably greater concern than a few mosquito bites. Avoid scented personal products when camping. Fragrant perfumes in deodorant or skin cream are beacons for the local bugs. Leave them at home, and you will b
