The best fly dope (insect repellent) I have used

[jhg]

Scouting for elk here in Colorado is a warm affair and I wear shorts and T-shirt so have  lot of exposed flesh. I am from Maine and won't say the biters out here are always the worst in the world but they can get VERY aggressive in some areas and I do know what bad is for comparison. It can get bad!
I don't like DEET products so suffered along using other stuff until I tried Homs Bite Blocker.

Wow!


I had to re-apply every 2-3hrs under hard exertion in really heavy infested areas
but thats not a problem. I can stand still for as long as I want. No bites bare arms and legs.
Very effective. Worth a look and I found mine at Walmart of all places. This is what goes on the kids now.

There is some odor though so maybe its out for hunting.

Joshua

[dixiearcher]

For hunting there is nothing better than a thermocell! amazing and it doesnt spook the critters

[jhg]

Don't you need to be stationary for them to work? I don't hunt that way myself.

J-

[Stumpkiller]

I've been using a product called "Badger Anti-Bug Balm" after I got 100% DEET in my eye and developed a sensitivity to it (My eyes sting if I put it anywhere near my head).

It seems to work as good as the DEET did and smells a lot better.

[WindWalker-AK]

Mr. jhg,
We also use Badger with great success.  It does seem to require a little more frequent application than the 100% Deet but nothing to be concerned about.
It really works well!!
Best Wishes

[njloco]

Charlie, seems like you and I think alike ( that is scary for charlie ) I use Badger anti-bug shake and spray, haven't gotten bit since I started to use it about one year ago. It's all natural and organic and good for kids ! Ticks and chiggers hate it, and that is what's important.

[jhg]

Originally posted by WindWalker-AK:
Mr. jhg,...

Best Wishes

Wow, after over 650 posts using my name Joshua, I still get called jhg.

I will try out the product mentioned. Thanks, it sounds like great stuff too.

[Stoutstuff]

The good news is there are few mosquitos left in Colorado by the time elk season is going!

[DannyBows]

I just ordered some Badgers, and am gonna pick up some of the Homes Bite Blocker next time I'm in WallyWorld. My target is in a small section of woods and I get swarmed by Knats, Mosquitos, and sometimes Horse Flies. Ticks are not thick, but I've found a few. Always looking for good Bug Juice. I've got Thermacell for hunting, but hate to use it for a practice session. Thanks for the Heads-Up!

[Mike Vines]

Please let us know how both of them work, and which one you think is the best.

[Bigriver]

my wallyworld does not carry it

[habujohn]

Heading to camp this weekend and will try out the homes bite blocker.  Skeeters are thick out in the woods and the ticks are bad too.

[NoCams]

Hey StumpKiller.... where do we get Badger at ???

[WhiskeyMike]

I've had real good luck with a "Bug Tamer" hooded jacket and pants.  Nice headnet attached.  Used it on hot days with no shirt underneath and tons of bugs.  Dope or gloves for hands is all you need.

[Ray Hammond]

You do NOT have to be stationary for the thermacell to work.

First, if you are walking, mosquitoes typically don't get on you too badly.  If you are slipping along/periodically standing, they make a holster for the thermacell.

Attach it to your back or on your belt, loosely so the air can get into the unit at the back to keep it burning, and every time you stop you're covered.

Also, since mosquitoes and other biting insects are attracted through your carbon dioxide trail, which is following along behind you when moving, the act of having the thermacell on and also leaving a trail of dope behind you in your scent/air stream will have the desired effect and you dont' have to put anything on your skin.

I haven't used spray or dope in 10 years- won't either.  I have just enough brain cells to get to my grave..can't afford to lose any more.

[jhg]

Thanks for that information Ray. Good to know.


Joshua

[LA Trapper]

Okay, what is the poop on Homes?

[Osage61]

Originally posted by Ray Hammond:
You do NOT have to be stationary for the thermacell to work.

First, if you are walking, mosquitoes typically don't get on you too badly.  If you are slipping along/periodically standing, they make a holster for the thermacell.

Attach it to your back or on your belt, loosely so the air can get into the unit at the back to keep it burning, and every time you stop you're covered.
 
Ray, you obviously have had very good luck with this. I know there is a holster for the TC yet the instructions are to leave it flat. That has not been an issue for you? The unit works well being carried? I have the unit but never bought the holster....am re-thinking because I would prefer to carry the TC with me....

[Lin Rhea]

Thermacell is great. I wont normally endorse a product, but it makes it possible to hunt when otherwise you would not be able to.

[Yolla Bolly]

Used a Thermocell hanging in the holster off my daypack while still hunting in Georgia two years ago.  Worked great.