Mosquito Control: What Actually Works?

Mosquitoes have ruined more camping trips than bad weather, broken gear, and cold coffee combined.

In this episode, Chris Speir discusses one of the most common problems faced by campers, hunters, fishermen, and bushcrafters: mosquito control. Drawing from years of experience in South Mississippi, Alaska, deer camps, and conversations from the Primitive Camping & Bushcraft Facebook group, Chris breaks down several methods people use to keep mosquitoes at bay.

Topics include:

• Why mosquitoes can ruin an otherwise perfect trip

• Traditional methods including campfire smoke

• Dog fennel and American beautyberry

• DEET, Picaridin, and Permethrin

• Head nets and protective clothing

• Common mosquito myths and misconceptions

• How Thermacell products work

• Hunting with a Thermacell during bow season

• The new Thermacell Backpacker model

• Wind, setup time, and real-world limitations

• Why good gear solves problems

• Lessons learned from years outdoors

The biggest takeaway?

The gear is not the story.

The problem it solves is the story.

Join the discussion in the Primitive Camping & Bushcraft Facebook Group and let us know what mosquito control methods work best for you.

Remember:

"In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths." Proverbs 3:6

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