Home » mosquitos

Tag: mosquitos

Bug Off!

Mosquito season is here…that means those nasty little blood suckers may be bugging us on our hikes. I find them particularly annoying in the High Sierras in July, my favorite place to go hiking in California. How can you prevent mosquito bites? Here are some tips! Wear light colored hiking clothes. Mosquitos are attracted to …

Read more...

Product Review: 45ºN 68ºW Natural Insect Repellent

Are you looking for an alternative to DEET and other harsh chemical insect repellents, that are not only bad for the environment but bad for your skin and body? I was given the opportunity to try a new repellent called 45ºN 68ºW, and I put it to a full test on my August backpacking trip …

Read more...