Top Five Ways to enjoy the summer outdoors and avoid mosquito bites

Summer has officially arrived and you imagine yourself outdoors soaking up the warm welcoming sun-rays as you radiate with joy at the perfect setting. You, the sun, the outdoors, the calm breeze, and then you suddenly feel a stinging bite right on your arm that snaps you out of your dream and reminds you that you left someone out of your imaginary summer daydream, the annoying biting bugs. For mosquitoes it’s a great time of the year too and they come out in the thousands to enjoy most of the same places we humans do. So if are you looking for some fresh ideas of how to enjoy the summer outdoors and be protected from annoying bug bites at the same time, you’ve come to the right place.

1. Hiking is known as one of the most ancient forms of exercise and it’s no wonder it’s still popular for people of any age or any region of the USA. For beginner’s it usually requires nothing more than a pair of comfortable walking shoes, plenty of water, and insect repellent. Insect repellent is a vital component for hikers as there have been situations where hikers can become ill from insect bites. Evergreen Research recommends their all-natural insect repelling wristband, the Superband for hikers. In dense wooded areas especially it is highly important to use protection or may run the risk of contracting a serious disease like West Nile Virus that can stem from mosquito bites. Get ideas on beautiful national parks to hike!

2. Gardening is a favorite activity among many people for the positive effects it brings and it’s a great way to enjoy the sunshine while being outdoors. Gardening is known to relax people and while doing this they receive the gratification of a beautiful garden. It’s crucial for outdoor gardeners to be protected from mosquitoes and flying annoying bugs, especially bees since they are attracted to flowers. “The best part of using an all natural insect repellent like the Superband is the pleasing scent and that the fact that it leaves no sticky or oily residue” says Martha an avid gardener and staff member at Evergreen Research. Evergreen Research recommends that all gardeners use the all natural insect repelling Superband to stay protected at all times. Tips on starting your own garden!

3. What do you get when you cross food and the great outdoors? You get a picnic! What better way to enjoy the great outdoors than by enjoying a nice fresh lunch outside. The U.S. Department of Forestry has an extensive list of parks that can accommodate any region in the US. For picnic areas Evergreen Research recommends the Mosquito Eliminator. It functions effectively since you are able to hang it anywhere and it instantly creates an invisible barrier that protects you from any nearby bugs trying to get close to your skin and your food. Overall natural insect repellent is a genuine alternative to the more traditional chemical based solutions such as DEET. When using DEET based products these are absorbed by your skin and can enter your bloodstream causing skin irritation and there’s been cases linked to neurological damage. That’s usually not a risk responsible parents are willing to take. Find a good location to have your picnic!

4. Kayaking is an exciting sport that can be done in lakes, rivers and even the ocean. The one thing that large bodies of water have in common is mosquitoes love them as a breeding ground. All outdoor lovers are quickly learning that the all natural insect repelling Bugbutton is revolutionizing the insect repelling industry by being waterproof. The unique design lets the oils give constant reliable protection during all hours of the day. “We designed these Bugbutton with the active person in mind, it offers the protection that you need in a small easy to wear pin that never gets in the way of the adventures our customers need them for” -William the designer of Bugbutton. Latest news in the kayaking world!

5. If a calm, quiet panoramic view of the lake is something that appeals more to your sense of summer relaxation then fishing is something you should try. Fishermen prefer to use the Bugbutton while fishing rather than use any DEET made products which can harm their fishing equipment and melt their fishing line. Lakes are notorious, because of the stagnant water to be full of mosquitoes. If you wish to find out places to fish in your region you can visit your local state Fish & Game Department so that you can get a list of lakes in your area where fishing is permitted. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

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