I Grew Up in Alaska. Trust Me, I Know Mosquitoes. These Hacks Actually Work.

Summer means longer days, epic adventures, and more time outside. It also means mosquito season. I grew up in Alaska—I know mosquitoes.

But even if you live in the Lower 48, if it feels like mosquitoes are getting worse, you’re not imagining it. Some experts say warmer temperatures, more rainfall, and shifting weather patterns are helping mosquito populations thrive in many parts of the country. And yes, mosquitoes are a menace in all 50 states.

Continue reading to learn more about keeping mosquitoes away, written by Madison Dapcevich.