PICNIC PEST POINTERS

The following information comes from Balance©, a semiannual publication of Crane Pest Control for its commercial and industrial clients and special regulatory agencies.

PICNIC PEST POINTERS

Most of us look back on family picnics and outings with fond memories. But let's face it, we also can recall an incident or two when someone got stung by a wasp or routed by an agitated nest of ants. Somewhere in the excitement of our escapes to the great outdoors-stuffing our wagons and campers with a host of supplies-we often forget to pack even a tiny ration of caution and common sense.

So, here are a few tips to remember:

Give the area a walk-through before unloading. Most serious insect infestations will be obvious.

Paper wasps and their close relatives live in large paper-like nests usually attached high in bushes and trees.

Yellow jackets generally make their nests in the ground.

Remember, wasps, hornets and the like are scavengers and are attracted to food. Keep supplies covered whenever possible and, if necessary, put some "bait" in an area away from where you eat or play.

With the recent concern about Lyme disease, be more conscious of protecting against ticks. When hiking, consider tucking in pant cuffs and/or using repellents. And, at the end of the day, check each other for ticks.

Remind the children that any "cute little" squirrel, chipmunk or whatever that seems willing to be picked up is undoubtedly sick or wounded and should be left alone!

In the unlikely event that you see a snake, leave it in peace. Snakes are among nature's best "pest control operators."

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