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Here's hoping the weather is as good as it was today.
I even got some clothes dried outside!
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JD -
I found that Avon's Skin-So-Soft repelled midges quite effectively, or at least it did for me. I used a spray version whose scent was almost imperceptible.
I've never liked the feel of DEET on my skin, though might add I dislike even more the feeling of multiple midge bites.
Not practical for all, but travel to Scotland in September is more enjoyable. No midgies and only a fraction the number of tourists.
Slainte yall,
steve
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That kind of weather is what kilts were made for. Not trapsing around in 98 degree weather with 95% humidity. One of the best reasons for lightweight kilts I know. Living in Calif we get the heat less humidity.
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 Originally Posted by JS Sanders
JD -
I found that Avon's Skin-So-Soft repelled midges quite effectively, or at least it did for me. I used a spray version whose scent was almost imperceptible.
I've never liked the feel of DEET on my skin, though might add I dislike even more the feeling of multiple midge bites.
Not practical for all, but travel to Scotland in September is more enjoyable. No midgies and only a fraction the number of tourists.
Slainte yall,
steve
The Avon Skin-So -Soft is what the Forestry Commission supply their men with and they swear by it.Our very own backwoodsman,Arlen suggests Tee Tree oil as being good too.Frankly whilst these and other assorted potions may help, I have found that if midges are bad there is NOTHING that will keep them at bay.Retreat indoors and give yourself a stiff gin,is best I find.
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<< Retreat indoors and give yourself a stiff gin, is best I find >>
Sounds like a plan pard. Let's put it into action.
Slainte,
steve
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 Originally Posted by JS Sanders
<< Retreat indoors and give yourself a stiff gin, is best I find >>
Sounds like a plan pard. Let's put it into action.
Slainte,
steve
Sounds good.
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You are visiting in prime midge time,pray for a breeze!It is not wise to predict what the weather may be,plan for RAIN and COLD and be pleasently surprised if it is warm.An Inverness cape is invaluble.On our high hills there are patches snow all the year round.Don't mis-understand me,it can be warm, even very warm, just,well, not very often.Don't forget the midge spray.
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To JS and Jock, thanks for the recommendation on the midge repellent.
Wait a minute - This stuff doesn't have a perfumy smell, does it?
Last edited by Jack Daw; 6th May 08 at 07:37 AM.
Reason: I don' wanna smell like a girl
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 Originally Posted by Jack Daw
To JS and Jock, thanks for the recommendation on the midge repellent.
Wait a minute - This stuff doesn't have a perfumy smell, does it?
Skin So Soft? Yes, in its original form it's pretty revolting---we've just been told the spray is not so bad. I'm reserving judgement.
Let me also point out that some say it's the greatest, some say it's no good at all. I'm guessing it's heavily dependent on your body chemistry. Try it on some skeeters before you risk the midgies! And take some DEET.
Ken Sallenger - apprentice kiltmaker, journeyman curmudgeon,
gainfully unemployed systems programmer
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Deet is your friend.
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