TimeTraveler Report post Posted June 10, 2018 Another story on the net about a woman who got bit by a tick and is paralyzed from it recently. Many of the campgrounds we prefer are near woods, lakes, and fields. We live in the woods at home and field. We put out cat food at home for a cat that has adopted us. The Opossums get to it first most of the time at night. They always rattle the stainless bow. We trapped and carried off two but won't any more. They eat ticks, up to 90%of the ticks in their area. They also eat those little scorpions, and roaches and other creepy crawlies that come out of the woods. They leave their little long droppings around the garage patio area every night. They don't bother anything, except, they got two chickens before we fixed the pen. So leave a bit of food for them...but wash that bowl every day and of course if you have a barn and food you don't want them around it, as some of them can make the livestock sick. Anything that will help reduce the tick population and cost nothing is welcome, including all the crows, and tiny rough earth snakes. And at the campground don't be alarmed by them. When I go fishing I wear old fatigues with tops in my boots and sometimes a bit of bug spray. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted June 11, 2018 TT, I have found that if I am in tall grass or the woods one thing that will wart off Chiggers and Ticks is Sulfur. I keep a sock with Sulfur in it in a zip lock bag. when needed I just dust my shoe, ankles and trouser with it. Works for me, haven't had a Tick or Chiggers in a very long time. Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted June 11, 2018 I got one chigger bite this year...last year, it was more bites on me, than me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted June 12, 2018 Carl, use a good repellant or like Herman said use some sulphur or you could couple small Opossums in your pockets. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted June 12, 2018 Linda told me to dust, so I did...after that one bite! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted June 12, 2018 Earlene asked me to vacuum once. When she saw me pulling on the cord to start it she told me to stop. I don't have to vacuum anymore. We worry about the pet, Miya The Dog. When we start our summer trip I use FrontLine as an added supplement to her oral medicines. So far so good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted June 12, 2018 Wayne, we do the same to our two! But, still do visual inspection!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kaypsmith Report post Posted June 12, 2018 Garlic concentrate is also a great tick and mosquito repellent, especially if you like the smell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted June 12, 2018 I was going to give this a try; Tick Repellent. A tick repellent can be made for both animals and humans using tea tree oil as an active ingredient. Start with a 2:1 mixture of your favorite base oil, such as almond or jojoaba, and water. Combine this into a spray bottle with 2 oz. of tea tree oil. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kaypsmith Report post Posted June 12, 2018 Joe that's good to know, the garlic concentrate is mixed with water, then sprayed in a given area to eradicate the ticks and mosquitos in that area. I will try your remedy while working under the bus, I am in the process of replacing the drive axel air bags, fun, fun, fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted June 12, 2018 Kay, I know you aware of it but Jacks for Safety. Would hate to see a picture of your feet coming out from under the Bus. Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted June 12, 2018 2 hours ago, kaypsmith said: Garlic concentrate is also a great tick and mosquito repellent, especially if you like the smell. Probably keep a lot of people away also. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kaypsmith Report post Posted June 12, 2018 Thanks Herman, I do have the appropriate jack stands, so hopefully I wont have to snap any photos from under it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted June 12, 2018 3 hours ago, kaypsmith said: I will try your remedy while working under the bus, I am in the process of replacing the drive axel air bags, fun, fun, fun. UGH . I think I have a shock or two up front in need of replacing, DW said next year and front air bags . I figured the Tea oil would smell better, watch you might have bees chasing you now . Garlic will keep Sue inside also while you are out side working, that's great unless she is handing you tools Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
obedb Report post Posted June 12, 2018 A Lyme Disease Specialist and MD that I used recommended Repel as a deterrent to ticks. It is only to be used on clothing and will last up to two weeks on boots, and clothing. Treat skin with the milder repellents. REPEL( Blue Cap) is available at Walmart. We live in the woods therefore I use it regularly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
obedb Report post Posted June 12, 2018 Oh! Meant to respond to the Opossum comments. We have them here. They sometimes squabble with raccoons over outside cat food. Did not know they help control ticks. I am now glad that they are here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted June 13, 2018 I would rather have a family of Opossum, than Coons any day! Oil & water, don't mix...Garlic extract and water does. Don't use it around DW, unless she does, or you'll sleep alone (probably outside)!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted June 13, 2018 So is an O'possum an Irish lad. This was the first time I had ever heard of a Possum with a O in front of it. Good thing for Google... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted June 13, 2018 Just one of those crazy english spelling. Silent "O". Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted June 13, 2018 11 minutes ago, hermanmullins said: Just one of those crazy english spelling. Silent "O". Herman LOL, it shows it with and without the O. Which made me feel better, i did good in English class Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkhartjim Report post Posted June 13, 2018 Did you do good or well in English class? There was a two legged possum from Texas that was known world wide...remember? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted June 13, 2018 1 hour ago, elkhartjim said: Did you do good or well in English class? I done good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted June 14, 2018 This one didn't seem like he wanted to be petted. Possum is good enough he said as he sat on the wall in the backyard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dbenoit Report post Posted July 1, 2018 We used to use flea and tick collars on our boots at ft hood. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
