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Creepy Crawlers

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by Louie R Magdaleno, Jul 27, 2010.

  1. Louie R Magdaleno

    Louie R Magdaleno Novice

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    Louie R Magdaleno, Jul 27, 2010
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  2. eileenpaine

    eileenpaine Novice

    Yep, and it keeps us entomologists employed!
    Eileen
     
    eileenpaine, Jul 27, 2010
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  3. Oysterpot

    Oysterpot Moderator Staff Member

    Oh that is depressing! So according to that article, if ya get an infestation yer pretty much cooked. So how would that work with an RV, of any kind? Be specific to a CI though.
     
    Oysterpot, Jul 27, 2010
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  4. Louie R Magdaleno

    Louie R Magdaleno Novice

    Hi George,

    Well, I've read several articles on the subject (approx 3yrs).

    Most of the past information centered on " Hotel / Motels " stays, which is how they (Bedbugs/Ticks?)were getting around," Hitching Rides " on visitors " Luggage & Clothing ".

    This is one of the many reason's why.., I try to avoid the " Hotels/ Motels ".

    L.M.
     
    Louie R Magdaleno, Jul 27, 2010
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  5. Oysterpot

    Oysterpot Moderator Staff Member


    Oh, I also avoid motels, hotels, etc. That being said, I don't normally take my shell with me when traveling north in the winter. I used to live up there and am very familiar with road conditions and driving.
    But my question reffered to If the CI were to become infested, are you in for a tough fight, with a possibility of a lot of heart ache?
    Now then for those that may read this and are not worried about them, worry not,
    according to NBC news, they carry no disease, they just want your blood and cause an itchy situation. Whoops mis stated that was lice.

    Nice topic ehhhh!
     
    Oysterpot, Jul 27, 2010
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  6. Louie R Magdaleno

    Louie R Magdaleno Novice

    Hey George,

    After giving some thought on how to get rid of them ..HMMMM !

    DELOUSING A RAINDROP:
    1. Large Tarp or two taped together with Duct Tape
    2. Duct Tape
    3. Raid Fogger
    http://www.killsbugsdead.com/fop_fkpf.asp

    http://www.killsbugsdead.com/fop_cdrf.asp
    " Use the fogger in your apartment, home, attic, basement, cabin, garage, storage areas, shed, or camper. "

    Start by stripping down the bedding (leave Mattress ??)and opeing all the doors & storage areas.
    Tent the " Raindrop " with the Tarp & use the Duct Tape to hold down the edges on the ground floor, to try for an " Airtight Vapor Barrier ". Then use the " Fogger " & let it sit for a few days.

    I would give it at least two applications, just to be on the safe side.

    You should also consider tossing out the " Mattress " for new one.
    p.s.: I would personally toss it !!!

    This could all be done in the " Garage "..

    L.M.
     
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    Louie R Magdaleno, Jul 27, 2010
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  7. Louie R Magdaleno

    Louie R Magdaleno Novice

    Hey Guys & Gals,

    I've been watching a TV Show : Discovery Channel ; Animal Planet.

    The Monster Inside Me
    http://animal.discovery.com/tv/monsters-inside-me/

    It was very , very interesting !!

    I normally don't drink any water ( hey, I like Beer ) unless it's bottled , and I rarely do !

    I'm currently using a portable water filration unit @ home & recently purchsed a smaller one for the ' Raindrop "..

    1. Home Use: Berkey Stainless Steel Water Filtration Systems
    http://www.berkeyfilters.com/

    2. Raindrop : PUR ( Wallymart )
    [​IMG]

    We found the " PUR " to be very convenient for our last " Roadtrip " excursion !

    L.M.
     
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    Louie R Magdaleno, Aug 1, 2010
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  8. Meriflower

    Meriflower Newbie

    Bed bugs & lice! :p A very good reason to have your own home-away-from home using your own stuff.

    Think I'll pass on the show Monsters Inside Me - already have the creepy crawlies just thinking about this!
     
    Meriflower, Aug 2, 2010
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  9. Louie R Magdaleno

    Louie R Magdaleno Novice

    This was simply an " FYI ", for those that " Travel "... !

    Most people think, this kind of stuff only occurs abroad, outside of the " USA ".
    Or what some might consider " Third World Nations, etc.

    Just be " Aware " info.

    L.M.
     
    Louie R Magdaleno, Aug 2, 2010
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