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Overview of DEET-based, plant-based, Permethrin, and other repellents, with tips on how to increase protection and avoid the dangers of DEET.
[Mississippi Department of Health, USA]
Here are some easy ways of discouraging mosquitoes, ants, and other insects using non-Deet substances. Written for land-based homes, but has some interesting ideas for cruisers.
[Eartheasy, Parksville, BC, Canada]
The most thorough - and academic - treatise on how mosquito repellents work, what chemicals are effective, how to apply them, and what physiological reactions you might have to DEET and other repellents. Written in layman′s language with data in tables.
[American College of Physicians, USA]
Lots of information about mosquito preventions, repellents, and traps. Much of the information is paid for by equipment vendors.
[LifeTips.com, Charlestown, MA, USA]
Brief grab bag of tips and commentary on staying untroubled by no-see-ums, cockroaches, mosquitoes, flies, ants, rats, and birds. Contains excerpts from hard-to-find bulletin board and newsgroup postings, as well as links to useful sites and vendor pages.
[Bill Dietrich, USA]
Test yourself on true-false questions like: Darker sunglasses protect your eyes better. Insect repellents that contain deet are too risky to use regularly or on children. Wearing sunblock under your clothing can be a good idea.
[Consumer Reports, USA]
The author wanted a mosquito screen for his companionway without the disadvantages of Velcro. Here is his design and fabrication tips.
[San Juan 23 Internet Fleet, USA]
Make your own screens or companionway cover, plug gaps, or drape your sleeping berth with bug netting.
[Sailmaker's Supply, Biloxi, MS, USA]
How to make a draped insect screen for your open companionway that needs no fittings or tape. Illustrations
[Practical Sailor]
Illustrated description of wood-framed screens to replace companionway drop boards when needed. Can be locked when away from boat.
[Practical Sailor]
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