It’s an annoyance for sure but I hate using off or other deterrents. Plus I guess I am contributing to the eco system somewhat by giving them nourishment.
It’s an annoyance for sure but I hate using off or other deterrents. Plus I guess I am contributing to the eco system somewhat by giving them nourishment.
I have lived in Lapland my whole life, and yeah, I don’t mind the mosquitoes that much. The first weeks suck, the bites itch like hell, but after that… I don’t even feel the stings, really. I might have my whole leg covered black by mosquitoes, stinging away, just let them. I use it as a mental challenge, close them out, be stronger than the annoyances.
I also pick lot of berries, mushroom and do gardening so no, you can’t use mosquitoe poison when handling food. Better just get used and/or use thick clothes.
Peppermint or catnip oil work as well as deet at mosquito repellent, not to mention other plant oils like citronella. If you rub in an oil/water mix, then apply lotion, it locks it in so it doesn’t evaporate so quickly.
The catnip oil is all fine and well until you run into a mountain lion.
Very good tips, thanks! I have gotten a citronella candle, will try that this summer. (No pumas here, except in the bars of the skiing center! This is no joke, they almost got my mate!)