Episode # 72, "Taking The Buzz Out Of Mosquitos"

Practical Prepping Podcast Episode # 72, "Taking The Buzz Out Of Mosquitos"Please share this episode with friends. Here is the direct link: https://practicalpreppingpodcast.buzzsprout.comIn this episode we discuss:Controlling mosquitoesWe Can Kill ThemWith electronic zappersBy feeding them to the birdsBuild Purple Martin houses--they eat not only mosquitoes, but also carpenter bees, wasps, flies and some other prsky insectsEliminate Their Breeding AreasLarvae grow in standing waterIn old tires, buckets, tubs, pots, low spots in your landscape holding waterTreat Standing WaterAreas that cannot be kept drySome essential oils are --lavender, peppermintScatter coffee grounds on standing waterFew drops of heavy oil, such as motor oil floats on the water, creating a barrier, and cutting off the larvae's access to airRepelling MosquitoesCommercial DEET repellentLemon eucalyptus oilLavender oilCinnamon oil mix--1/4 tsp oil, 4 ounces of waterSpray on clothing and skinThyme oilBurning thyme leaves in a campfire provides about 85% protection for 60-90 minutesBurning citronella candles keeps them awaySome plants repel mosquitoesBasil, Bee Balm, Catnip, Citronella (Available As Geraniums Now), Garlic, Lavender, Lemongrass, Marigold, Peppermint, Rosemary, Sage, Mint, Thyme, Chysanthemums, TansyConsider Planting a herb garden near porches & patio areas.Treating Mosquito BitesNatural treatmentsApple cider vinegarSlice of raw onionFreshly cut garlic(also wards off vampires)OTC treatmentsCalamine lotionHydrocortisone cream"Sting Kill" ampules or "Bite Stick" (Good to carry in bags)Our Plan Of Attack To Take The Buzz Out Of Mosquitoes...Check the area for mosquito breeding opportunities.Plant herbs and foliage which naturally repel mosquitoes.Place spray repellent in BOBs, on the porch, with camping gear, and in vehicles.Please consider supporting the podcast by buying us a cup of coffee. You can do that by going to www.buymeacoffee.com/practicalprepWe invite you to drop us an email at [email protected] our website at www.practicalprepping.infoJoin us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for more episodes of Practical Prepping Podcast.