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Natural mosquito repellent?
Ryan_Gill_HuntPrimitive:
Every year I get more and more primitive, tackling another step closer to being all abo. During the hot months here in FL (pretty much all deer season) I think I will be hunting primarily in shorts and barefeet (my simulation and substitute for a breach cloth). The need for insect repellent will be ever more important. I'd like to collect and strategically grow some plants to rub on me or carry when I get to my hunting location. I have been experimenting with beauty berry leaves with some decent results. Anyone know of any other plants that I might keep an eye for down here and find naturally?
Newindian:
Don't know if you have juniper over there but it's supposed to be a good repellant
Ryan_Gill_HuntPrimitive:
we have ornimental junipers, and Eastern red cedar which is a juniper I suppose.. berries or leaves work better? prolly whichever stinks more huh? lol
Newindian:
What I've seen people will use both put them in a spray bottle and then mash them up, or just let it soak. Good scent cover to.
RidgeRunner:
Sassafras Leaves are supposed to work.
Never tried it my self.
Take the leaves crush them up a bit rub onto your skin.
Give it a try and let us know if it works.
David
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