Ticks are tiny bugs in the arachnid (spider) family. There are hundreds of varieties. Many carry bacteria and viruses that can cause serious illnesses, such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Lyme ...

Time outdoors is time well spent—at least in my opinion—especially when local weather patterns cooperate or when it’s not too hot to work outside. For the most part, my weekends are devoted to ...

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Spiders are common guests inside our homes. While many spiders are harmless, some of us may find them to be a nuisance or to be creepy. Additionally, some species of spider, such as the brown recluse ...

In a crowded marketplace of products advertised to repel mosquitoes, consumers are wise to trust spray-on repellents containing DEET or PMD, say researchers. In a comparison study of several ...

As soon as the weather warms up, the mosquitos arrive in droves. Nothing ruins a backyard BBQ faster than swatting at the bugs lingering around your ankles while also trying to enjoy the great ...

Native North Americans have long adorned themselves and their homes with fragrant sweetgrass (Hierochloe odorata), a native plant used in traditional medicine, to repel biting insects, and mosquitoes ...

Mosquitos are annoying and potentially dangerous, as they can spread certain diseases. When you're camping, you can pack a strong-smelling insect repellent, but that might seem extreme if you just ...