One of the biggest things I look for in outdoor gear is stuff that’s comfortable, high-quality and that’s going to last me a while. Whether it’s protective gear or items in my bag, I like to get the most out…
In my years hiking I’ve learned that there are only so many solutions that actually work to repel ticks. Ticks are stubborn little devils, and while chemicals like permethrin and DEET are proven to stop them in their tracks or…
I like to keep my backyard (and campsite when I’m away) free from snakes but because I have kids and pets, I prefer natural snake repellents. Luckily, there are many effective natural methods to deter snakes that you can choose…
There are many snake repellent products on the market but many people still rely mothballs to deter them. Even though mothballs are cheap and tempting to use, it’s important to know if they’re effective and even safe to use –…
Not all snake repellents are created equal and there are a lot out there that don’t actually work to keep snakes away. However, there are also a variety of things that actually do get snakes out and help to keep…
I’m always on the lookout for effective snake repellents for my backyard or even my campsite. I’ve seen those ultrasonic snake repellents advertised and they seem like a fantastic, hands-off solution. But they also seem a bit too good to…
I don’t like bringing too many things with me when camping and if I can avoid taking extra gear that’s always ideal. When I’m camping in areas and I know there are snakes about I like to bring snake repellent…
I love everything about camping EXCEPT finding a snake curled up in my tent. It’s a good joke when it’s a plastic snake, but definitely not fun when it’s a real one. There are some simple proven ways to protect…
When I go camping, I’m always afraid of encountering a snake at my campsite. I’ve heard that the smoke from a campfire can repel a snake – is this true? Snakes are both attracted to and repelled by campfires. As…
When you live in an area with a high snake population you want to invest in an effective snake repellent powder. One that is actually proven to work, works long term and will repel snakes and keep them away. There…