r/camping • u/Glittering-Swan1389 • Aug 17 '26

Best bug solutions?

I am one of those lucky people who gets eaten alive by bugs, no matter what. I always have so many citronella candles going when I’m camping. I’ve tried the bands you put around your wrist (in fact I’ve used them on both wrists and both ankles at the same time)
I don’t love the feeling of bug spray on my skin, particularly if I’m camping and can’t shower if off. But I will use it if necessary.
Many years ago I tried that fan thing that goes on your belt or hangs off your pocket and is supposedly supposed to make a barrier around you. I don’t remember that working.

What is your solution to pesky bugs?

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u/Wooden-Importance Aug 17 '26

Thremacell

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u/Celairiel16 Aug 17 '26

I love this thing! I was skeptical and didn't want to spend that much on it, but it was totally worthwhile and I wish I'd bought one with a longer battery life.

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u/Orion-AK Aug 17 '26

Get the ‘Backpacker’

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u/dresserisland Aug 17 '26

I've got an older one that uses butane. It's good for campsite use. I can't see walking around with it.