Place a charcoal grill or citronella candle near your seating area. Smoke and citronella both work to camouflage the presence of CO2 and keep bugs at bay. Avoid being outdoors at dusk. That's the time when mosquitoes are most active. When outside, stay in the open areas.
Most mosquitoes fly around the perimeters of large objects like trees, buildings and shrubs.
Wear darker colors after sundown. Experts say that lighter colors worn at night create contrast and seem to make you an easier target for mosquitoes. These few tips may have just scratched the surface of mosquito behavior, but it might just be enough to keep your next gathering bug free. Better Living Volume 2, featuring dozens of new Better Living Tips. For more information on purchasing a book contact the Community Affairs staff at 625-1313 .