Chiggers can be one of the most annoying nuisances after a day of geocaching. This is partly because you don't usually get just one bite, there can be just a few to more than a hundred! Proper care needs to be taken to avoid contact with these little critters. This isn't always possible, and when it is not care can still be taken to prevent you from being a meal for these things.
Some people have said they put kerosene around their pant legs to prevent them, but that might not be the most appealing option for everyone. A bug repellant with a high concentration of DEET is usually the best way to prevent chiggers from latching on to you. The higher the percentage of DEET the more effective it will be, so read the labels carefully. You might find the information in the web page below will help you avoid or prevent becoming a chigger smorgasbord.
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