#1151753 - 01/28/09 08:36 AM
Ticks and chiggers and turks
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adirondack46r
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Haven't done a lot of turkey hunting in TN but I plan to this year. I was wondering if the ticks and chiggers are as bad during turkey season as they are during early bow season. Do I need to dope up to keep them off?
Thanks for the info.
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#1151759 - 01/28/09 08:41 AM
Re: Ticks and chiggers and turks
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Grizzly Johnson
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That would be a good idea. I know where I hunt, if you don't spray down, the mosquitos will either suck you dry or carry you off.....
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#1151822 - 01/28/09 09:24 AM
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Coach
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Wasn't too bad for me over in Fentress County...I did wear my snake boots though
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#1151841 - 01/28/09 09:34 AM
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http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_78434____SearchResults
Best stuff there is. I normally buy 2 or 3 packs of it when I find it. I think me and the wifey are going to Bass Pro next week, I'll pick you some up if you want. I personally like the wash-in better than the spray.
I forgot to add, the ticks are worse in the spring, IMO.
Edited by buzz mcmanus (01/28/09 09:36 AM)
Edit Reason: forgot stuff
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#1151904 - 01/28/09 10:10 AM
Re: Ticks and chiggers and turks
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Grizzly Johnson
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Thanks for posting, I never knew of the stuff. I will have to get some of it and try it this spring.
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#1151911 - 01/28/09 10:13 AM
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Huntaholic
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I work in the woods every day, and the permethrin based products (sawyers, and permanone) are the ONLY things that will keep ticks off!
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#1151995 - 01/28/09 10:54 AM
Re: Ticks and chiggers and turks
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Coach
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http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_78434____SearchResults
Best stuff there is. I normally buy 2 or 3 packs of it when I find it. I think me and the wifey are going to Bass Pro next week, I'll pick you some up if you want. I personally like the wash-in better than the spray.
I forgot to add, the ticks are worse in the spring, IMO.
Wonder how safe that stuff is...??
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#1152027 - 01/28/09 11:13 AM
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CBU93
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I work in the woods every day, and the permethrin based products (sawyers, and permanone) are the ONLY things that will keep ticks off!
There ya go...listen to the man.
I use a Thermacell for Skeeters when needed as well.
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#1152075 - 01/28/09 11:44 AM
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http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_78434____SearchResults
Best stuff there is. I normally buy 2 or 3 packs of it when I find it. I think me and the wifey are going to Bass Pro next week, I'll pick you some up if you want. I personally like the wash-in better than the spray.
I forgot to add, the ticks are worse in the spring, IMO. Wonder how safe that stuff is...??
It causes cancer. They say do not come in direct contact with it in its liquid form. It will actually form a chemical bond with your clothing and it is supposed to be safe after that. Can't be any worse than DEET.
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#1152127 - 01/28/09 12:09 PM
Re: Ticks and chiggers and turks
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TennTurkeyHunter
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Skeeters are the main thing here in East TN. You will pick a tick or 2. But not really bad I have never gotten into seed ticks during early Turk season. But you could when it heats up a little.
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#1152138 - 01/28/09 12:17 PM
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Baxter83
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http://reviews.basspro.com/2010/52165/reviews.htm
I've got a buddy that says this is the best thing he's ever bought. I'm going to try and get one this year for myself. I know it's for mosquitos, but I thought I'd throw it in there.
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#1152423 - 01/28/09 02:37 PM
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buckdead
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seed ticks can be vicious later on during during turkey season. Chiggers show up on the end of the season, but i dont know of anything that will keep them off of you. OFF doesnt seem to fase them things.
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#1152428 - 01/28/09 02:40 PM
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Chiggers NO. Ticks and Misquitos YES.
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#1152569 - 01/28/09 04:34 PM
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I'd rather leave my gun in the truck than my permanone and snake boots.
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#1152594 - 01/28/09 04:52 PM
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ShaneHallum
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Seed ticks are terrible for Turk in Dekalb Co. I've got scars all over my legs from the ticks, and chiggers.
Maybe this year will be better. it's been a wet winter. lol
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#1154573 - 01/29/09 07:12 PM
Re: Ticks and chiggers and turks
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adirondack46r
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http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_78434____SearchResults
Best stuff there is. I normally buy 2 or 3 packs of it when I find it. I think me and the wifey are going to Bass Pro next week, I'll pick you some up if you want. I personally like the wash-in better than the spray.
I forgot to add, the ticks are worse in the spring, IMO.
Hey Buzz, That would be great if you grab me some of this. I'm still in FL but I'll give you a call when I get back in town next week.
Bob
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