You don’t have to go on safari or hike deep into the woods to come into contact with biting insects and ticks. Mosquitoes, fleas, chiggers, and ticks are most likely in your own backyard, especially after wet springs. Decks, swing sets, sandboxes, sports fields, and park and recreation areas are prime locations for close encounters with the “biting” kind.
Mosquito Warning Signs!
Key indicators of the presence of mosquitoes and other biting insects include:
- Standing water like puddles
- Streams and other running water often found by parks
- High grassy areas
- Bushes and heavily wooded areas
Most areas where we have fun outdoors will have a presence of mosquitoes and biting insects. The best tip to prevent bites: apply insect repellents like Natrapel and Ben’s. And always have an insect bite treatment like After Bite ready for quick and easily relief of those itchy bug bite.