[Elecraft] OT: Ticks, Chiggers and Mosquitoes

[Bill Tippett]

It's that time of year when we take our radios to the field but want
to avoid nasty stuff like Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Lyme Disease
and those itchy redbugs (aka chiggers).  Permethrin is a military
grade insecticide which kills ticks, chiggers and mosquitoes on
contact with impregnated clothing.  A treatment typically lasts for 42
days and/or 6 washings.  I strongly recommend the 24 ounce pump spray
(link below) over the aerosol which has had numerous reports of
clogging problems.

Read carefully below and decide for yourself but this stuff really
works for me.  I personally prefer treating my clothing rather than
spraying stuff on my skin.  I have a set of military camos including
socks, hat and gloves which I treat with Permethrin at the beginning
of each Turkey season and have NEVER had any insect problems.  I have
no interest in this product other than being a very satisfied user
which some here might find useful.

http://www.sawyerproducts.com/tech-bugs1.html

http://bit.ly/HErjrz  (link to 24 ounce pump spray on a well known website)

73,  Bill  W4ZV