Insect Protection Outdoors

Picaridin Insect Repellent Review — 15 Years of PNW Testing by Cole Hartman By Cole Hartman — former wildland firefighter, PCT section hiker, 15 years of Pacific Northwest backpacking experience — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer After testing dozens of formulations across the volatile weather of the Pacific Northwest, the generic Picaridin Insect Repellent stands…

Insect Protection Outdoors: What the Pros Actually Use on the Trail The Short Answer After two decades of leading group treks through the Pacific Northwest, Rockies, and beyond, the one product that consistently separates a miserable, bug-bitten bivouac from a restful night is Permethrin-treated clothing. Specifically, I recommend the Permethrin-treated base layers (often applied to…