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Gear Patrol: The Best Ways to Repel Mosquitoes This Summer

BUGS BE GONE

Well, mosquito season is here. And those tiny bloodsuckers are only getting deadlier, thanks in large part to globalization and climate change, allowing them greater access to more areas in which they can thrive.

Whether you’re staying put this summer and have to deal with mosquitoes on your turf or you’re planning a trip halfway across the globe, it’s smart to have a go-to mosquito bite prevention plan. Even if you live in an area where the risk of contracting a mosquito-borne disease is low, you likely have zero interest in fighting the urge to scratch swollen, quarter-sized bites.

Read the full guide by Kassondra Cloos on Gear Patrol's website here.

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December 3, 2023

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It absolutely works like a charm whether you’re sitting in the backyard or hiking deep in the woods.

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If you have some that isn’t pre-treated with permethrin, you can buy some to spray on your own netting/clothing before use.

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“We tested this bug repellent on park outings and used it for a long day of yard work. It earns high marks for effectiveness, keeping us protected from any bug bites, even despite exposure to sweat,” The Spruce says.

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