Tick-Proof Clothing?
Oct 5, 2021 11:12:19 #
In September, I did a lot of birding, both on Long Island and in and around Cape May. Came down with a fairly severe fever toward the end of the month, that seems to be the result of a tick-born disease. Not Lyme, probably, but there are many others, and tests are underway. I’ve started taking antibiotics, which have reduced the fever and in all likelihood prevented long-term damage.
In a urgent quest to close the barn door after the cow has escaped, i’m wondering if any Hoggers have found satisfactory “anti-tick” clothing? I’m primarily concerned with pants and socks. Any that you would NOT recommend, for one reason or another?
Thanks in advance for your colllected wisdom.
In a urgent quest to close the barn door after the cow has escaped, i’m wondering if any Hoggers have found satisfactory “anti-tick” clothing? I’m primarily concerned with pants and socks. Any that you would NOT recommend, for one reason or another?
Thanks in advance for your colllected wisdom.
Oct 5, 2021 11:44:11 #
azted
Loc: Las Vegas, NV.
Prior to traveling in suspect areas of Africa, I purchased a variety of sprays that you use on your clothing. It lasts through ten washings and protects your body from a variety of pests. Just do a google or amazon search. I think it is better than buying clothes that are only for that purpose. I did not have any negative situation after my travels. I hope you feel better soon!
Oct 5, 2021 12:07:09 #
I was at Cape May in June and I can attest to the great number of ticks there. Bug spray and frequent checks for ticks are mandatory.
Oct 5, 2021 14:44:55 #
Permethrin has been successfully used by the military for decades. I use it for treating clothing and not for application on my body.
I became a user after being found unconscious and hospitalized for a week after making it through an infection on my brain and diagnosed with advanced stage Lyme Disease.
Sawyer Insect Repellent Permethrin Spray
I became a user after being found unconscious and hospitalized for a week after making it through an infection on my brain and diagnosed with advanced stage Lyme Disease.
Sawyer Insect Repellent Permethrin Spray
Oct 5, 2021 16:03:09 #
I use Sawyer Insect Repellent Permethrin Spray, available on Amazon. Have not had any issues.
There are Permethrin pretreated clothing brands out there, but costly.
There are Permethrin pretreated clothing brands out there, but costly.
Oct 5, 2021 17:08:40 #
jgregg wrote:
I use Sawyer Insect Repellent Permethrin Spray, available on Amazon. Have not had any issues.
There are Permethrin pretreated clothing brands out there, but costly.
There are Permethrin pretreated clothing brands out there, but costly.
I'll second the Permethrin recommendation - the spray you use yourself, that is. I am frequently out in tick-infested areas, and have been treating my clothes, shoes, hats, and socks with the spray I purchase at Tractor Supply. Never had a tick anywhere on me. Hang the items you need to treat outside and spray away.
Oct 6, 2021 00:46:08 #
ClarkJohnson wrote:
In September, I did a lot of birding, both on Long... (show quote)
As previously mentioned, there are many products using permethrin that can be applied to the clothing. There are also DEET products like Off Lotion, that is applied to exposed skin areas and would protect against bugs specially the flying kinds. Unlike the product applied to clothes, skin lotions may need to be re applied specially after sweating.
My uncle who used to join logging & gold hunting in the tropics protect themselves by bathing & dipping clothes in tobacco soaked water. He said it was good protection against the bugs and the "limatik", a blood leech.
Oct 6, 2021 05:31:55 #
I'll agree with those who mentioned Sawyer Permethrin Spray. Lasts for about 6 weeks or 6 washings. I've been using it for years along with Making my own 'tick tubes' for around my property and haven't had any tick issues in years. As others have said you can buy pre-treated clothing which is fairly expensive but it lasts much longer so it may be worth investing in one outfit reserved for outdoor activities.
Oct 6, 2021 06:25:32 #
tcthome
Loc: NJ
thumpercat2 wrote:
I was at Cape May in June and I can attest to the great number of ticks there. Bug spray and frequent checks for ticks are mandatory.
Sandy Hook is loaded also. A lot of deer there. As is most of the wooded areas of the NE. I spray my clothing & myself before I go in to the woods. Tuck my pants into my boots or use rubber bands(velcro straps would work also) around my pants bottoms when wearing sneakers. I empty my pockets & turn them inside out, check the inside of my footwear before getting into my vehicle. If I take my camera back pack, I empty & check that also. Many of time I found a tick in my sneakers or had to brush one off my neck before I started spraying myself & clothes. With that said, check hunting clothes. They might. I know some fishing brands (Orvis & Simms)offer something called bug stop or something like that.
Oct 6, 2021 07:33:53 #
I get ticks just walking from my house to the car but also bush hogging, chainsawing, working around my parts cars and junkers. Can't seem to spray everytime I walk out the door but I have gotten sensitive enough to remove them as soon as I feel one except for the tiny "seed" ticks. My wife has had rocky mountain spotted tick fever once and it was pretty severe but responded well to treatment. I do use spray if I know I'm going out for a parts pulling session, but often I'm just turning on or off my outside air compressor. Thinking of getting some guinea hens.
Oct 6, 2021 07:40:12 #
ClarkJohnson wrote:
In September, I did a lot of birding, both on Long... (show quote)
I have both long and short sleeve treated shirts that, so far, have done their job. My main complaint is the fabric, though light weight does not breathe well, making it very uncomfortable to wear in hot, humid weather. Long sleeve shirt is L.L. Bean; short sleeve got on eBay. Same complaint with both shirts. Washing them is a bit pita as instructions are to wash separately and hang to dry. Thus, they don’t get washed very often. But, so what, I don’t wear them to dinner or other social activities. The long sleeve is quite comfortable in 50-60 temps. Have not yet purchased trousers due to fit issues.
Oct 6, 2021 08:02:47 #
This may be what you are looking form a company that treats your choice of clothing with Permethrin. https://www.insectshield.com/pages/insect-shield-your-clothes
I know our Minnesota DNR uses this type of treatment to protect workers from ticks. There may be other compaies out there, do your research.
Personally, I treat my own clothes with Sawyer.
I know our Minnesota DNR uses this type of treatment to protect workers from ticks. There may be other compaies out there, do your research.
Personally, I treat my own clothes with Sawyer.
Oct 6, 2021 08:43:51 #
ClarkJohnson wrote:
In September, I did a lot of birding, both on Long... (show quote)
I've found a flea collar around each ankle to be very effective. I've used them for 30 years working in the field.
Oct 6, 2021 09:06:20 #
I drove up once for a consulting gig to North Carolina.
The two guys who were there waiting to take me into the wooded area for study started duct taping their socks to their pants.
I took a long pause...and finally asked what they were doing that for.
Ticks... and boy were they right.
But using chemicals aside...duct taping your socks to your pants is a good idea.
At least that way the ticks don't gain entry from below...and you have plenty of time to do a visual scope of what's crawling up your pants leg to your waist.
The two guys who were there waiting to take me into the wooded area for study started duct taping their socks to their pants.
I took a long pause...and finally asked what they were doing that for.
Ticks... and boy were they right.
But using chemicals aside...duct taping your socks to your pants is a good idea.
At least that way the ticks don't gain entry from below...and you have plenty of time to do a visual scope of what's crawling up your pants leg to your waist.
Oct 6, 2021 09:21:23 #
mindzye
Loc: WV
Clark years ago I had a job in La. to rehab an old camp. Flea infestation. Found a product called Cedarcide; natural product from Cedar oil; a product that can be applied to clothing and diluted on skin: can be used for spray on blankets, sheets, etc. Btw, after spraying the complete inside of the cabin, All of the fleas were on the floor - dead. Many uses; main office is in Tx., and have many outlets in various states. Google should get you some source material. All the best friend.
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