Few things can spoil an otherwise incredible camping trip or trek like an onslaught of insects. Sometimes swarms of mosquitoes attack your skin, while ants or other ground bugs can penetrate your tent or sleeping bag. Luckily, there are a f… read more
Fruit trees save you money and time at the grocery store. When the fruit is properly canned or dried, a single tree can provide enough fruit for a family for an entire year and is ideal to take along on outdoor excursions. One of the only d… read more
Ants can live almost anywhere, which is why they cause problems for picnickers and campers. Ants typically go after misplaced food and items that had been close to food and absorbed its odor. Ants will go over nearly any obstacle to find fo… read more
Insect repellents are a valuable tool, allowing us to enjoy the outdoors without fear of annoying bug bites or insect-transmitted diseases like West Nile encephalitis. However, many contain strong chemicals that can be harmful. It's importa… read more
Insect bites are a drawback to hiking. You may not be able to eliminate them completely, but here are some steps you can take to prevent them. read more
Search by Keyword
