Latest Insect repellent news
"Take precautions now" – Coloradans warned as West Nile Virus makes an early appearance in 2024
By Julia Clarke published
2023 saw the state's worst year for West Nile virus in 20 years
What is Colorado Tick Fever – and how can you avoid it on the trail this summer?
By Julia Clarke published
Colorado Tick Fever is rare, but it’s helpful to recognize the symptoms if you’re going to be spending a lot of time outdoors
The best insect repellents 2025: keep the bugs at bay when hiking and camping
By Sian Lewis last updated
Our selection of the 10 best insect repellents for keeping the pesky bugs away in the great outdoors
Hikers warned as mosquitoes kill 48 in Colorado this year
By Julia Clarke published
2023 is now officially the second deadliest year for the mosquito-borne virus
Hikers beware: it's yellowjacket season and they're pure evil
By Julia Clarke published
Yellowjackets are a pugnacious peril of late summer hiking – here’s how to avoid them on the trail
Mosquito head net vs insect repellent for hiking
By Julia Clarke published
Should you ditch the DEET for a crime of fashion? We compare mosquito head nets vs insect repellents to help you make up your mind
7 natural insect repellents for hiking and camping
By Julia Clarke published
Looking to avoid DEET? These 7 natural insect repellents have been shown to keep some bugs at bay
How to avoid bug bites and stings on the trail
By Sian Lewis last updated
Keep yourself off the menu for mosquitoes, midges, ticks and other creepy crawlies when hiking and camping
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