Need a safe, natural mouse repellent? Pick up one of these editor-tested products to keep mice away. Mice are notoriously ...

These insect repellents will keep mosquitos off your skin and gear, and out of your yard or campsite, and they actually smell nice.

A park employee at the Grand Canyon was exposed to hantavirus, and a separate case of exposure to rabies in the park has also ...

Classic, commonsense advice has evolved into upgraded protection and resources. Now you can do what the tick experts do.

Lynne McCormack moved to Chilmark last year and enjoys working at the public library in the small town on Martha’s Vineyard.

Pest problems can make anyone feel desperate. When you spot ants in the kitchen or hear mice in the walls, it’s tempting to ...

Infusing your yard with sunlight is a natural way to deter them from rudely entering your space. “ Trim large bushes, trees, ...

Create a spray using clove oil to help repel snakes from your garden area and indoor spaces. You can also add cinnamon oil and even eggshells to your strategy.

Both venomous and non-venomous snakes are unwelcome in our garden and home. In addition to cleaning up your place to prevent snakes from getting in, you can use a snake repellent to scare the snakes ...

One tip: walk in the center of the trail. Ticks like to attach themselves to long grasses. No need to use DEET.

Police say someone started using bear repellent -- similar to pepper spray -- in Washington Square Park around 8 p.m. Sunday.