06/07/2026
🐞🦟 Campground Tip from Tina! 🦟🐞
With all the rain we've had lately, the mosquitoes have definitely been making themselves at home around the campground!
As many of you know, I'm very fair-skinned, and mosquito bites seem to love me. A single bite can leave large welts on my neck, arms, ears, and just about anywhere they can find. Over the years, I've tried all kinds of products, but I wanted to share something that has worked surprisingly well for me.
I've been using patchouli essential oil, and for me, it has made a huge difference. I personally use it full strength, and when I do, I rarely get bitten.
⚠️ A friendly word of caution: Everyone's skin is different, and what works for me may not work for someone else. Essential oils can be irritating for some people, so please do a patch test first and use caution, especially when applying any oil directly to your skin.
This isn't a paid endorsement—just one camper's tip that has helped me enjoy more evenings around the fire without constantly swatting mosquitoes!
If you have any favorite bug-repelling tricks, feel free to share them in the comments. We can all help each other enjoy a more comfortable camping season.
Happy Camping! ❤️🏕️
— Tina.
