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Are mosquitoes a problem? #57696 07/13/20 07:32 AM
Joined: Jun 2020 Posts: 21 Bay Area, California T Team Dirty Boots OP
OP Team Dirty Boots T Joined: Jun 2020 Posts: 21 Bay Area, California	Am I going to need to carry mosquito repellent with me? I don't want to bring anything with me that I won't need. Thanks!

Re: Are mosquitoes a problem? Team Dirty Boots #57698 07/13/20 08:37 AM
Joined: Nov 2009 Posts: 908 Likes: 2 Bishop, CA, USA B Bob West
Bob West B Joined: Nov 2009 Posts: 908 Likes: 2 Bishop, CA, USA	Yes, normal for this time of year. How to use spray: 1. Do not just spray it on exposed skin; wasteful, most of it will go into air. 2. Spray into palm of one hand, rub hands together and then rub it on where you need it. Best to carry a small bottle of repellent, not a big can. Last edited by Bob West; 07/13/20 08:39 AM.
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Re: Are mosquitoes a problem? Bob West #57703 07/13/20 03:16 PM
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OP Team Dirty Boots T Joined: Jun 2020 Posts: 21 Bay Area, California	Thanks for the tip! just bought a small repellent.

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