Protection From Flies and Bees

HappyFeet · 03-16-2010, 03:36 AM

I have seen a unique hiking hat when I visited Australia. It has some little ropes reaching the shoulders to avoid flies or bees from getting into your face. I bought one for myself but it looks awkward when I'm the only one wearing it.

What do you use or do to protect your face from insects?

paloma · 03-16-2010, 06:06 AM

I just have a wide brimmed hat but that does not serve the purpose. I just wave my hand in front of my face, but its not that effective either.

boomerang · 03-16-2010, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by HappyFeet

I have seen a unique hiking hat when I visited Australia. It has some little ropes reaching the shoulders to avoid flies or bees from getting into your face. I bought one for myself but it looks awkward when I'm the only one wearing it.

It sounds a nice way to get rid of those insects. I wish I had one. It may look awkward when nobody other than you are wearing it, but I don't care. When hiking, I don't want to look great. I want to feel comfortable and safe.

HillbillyMama · 03-16-2010, 08:46 AM

I don't care much for the hats so I use the Avon Skin So Soft products and bug spray. I've not had any insect issues in a good while but I also try to avoid them as much as possible.

campclose · 03-16-2010, 12:35 PM

I also use the Avon skin so soft. I think it works better than bug spray. I'm not one for hats at all- especially with ropes on it. I also swat at the bugs and I curse at them too!

03-16-2010, 03:36 AM	#1
HappyFeet Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 63	Protection From Flies and Bees I have seen a unique hiking hat when I visited Australia. It has some little ropes reaching the shoulders to avoid flies or bees from getting into your face. I bought one for myself but it looks awkward when I'm the only one wearing it. What do you use or do to protect your face from insects?

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03-16-2010, 06:06 AM	#2
paloma Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 33	I just have a wide brimmed hat but that does not serve the purpose. I just wave my hand in front of my face, but its not that effective either.

03-16-2010, 08:46 AM	#4
HillbillyMama Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hillbilly Heaven Oklahoma Posts: 146	I don't care much for the hats so I use the Avon Skin So Soft products and bug spray. I've not had any insect issues in a good while but I also try to avoid them as much as possible.

03-16-2010, 12:35 PM	#5
campclose Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: NY Posts: 174	I also use the Avon skin so soft. I think it works better than bug spray. I'm not one for hats at all- especially with ropes on it. I also swat at the bugs and I curse at them too!