AuburnJen 772 Posted April 10, 2011 Report Share Posted April 10, 2011 I know last year was really bad for those nasty yellow flies that love to hang around the horses. They were especially bad in the 1700, 700, 2000, and the cabin loops up near the stables. They were even biting at the 4th of July. If you are at the fort, please post an update over the next couple of months to keep us updated. We specifically won't go during Memorial Day again because of those little blood suckers! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stefa70 205 Posted April 10, 2011 Report Share Posted April 10, 2011 Gee, thanks Jen! You had to remind me. We played hell with them last Memorial Day! :argh: Well, hubby played more hell with them than me, he swells up like a balloon wherever he gets bit. We were in the 300's near the water and they were terrible during the day. Thank God for having a screen room, and Off, and fly swatters, or hats, or shoes...whatever we could beat them with! WE'll be in 500's this time, hopefully they won't be as bad. :popo: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 772 Posted April 10, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2011 If I didn't have a screen room, I would STILL BE SWOLLEN. I went and bought a bigger screen room because of those things! I got bit putting the screen room up! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LORNADUCK 261 Posted April 10, 2011 Report Share Posted April 10, 2011 We were there in the middle of May, and they got me so bad I had to go to the Doctor. Still have the scars. They also got me July 4th, as we stayed in Jen's screen room the whole time, they got me going in and out.Also does anyone know if they are only at the Fort this time of year or if they are in different parts of Florida also??? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stefa70 205 Posted April 10, 2011 Report Share Posted April 10, 2011 We have them bad here, in wooded areas, but haven't seen them yet. knock on wood. They were the worst I've ever seen last year at the fort. You're like Trevor, they bite him as soon as they get a chance, and just like Jen, they bit him while putting the screen up! :argh: It was kinda fun to sit in the screen room and watch people going by doing a "dance" Each person seemed to have their own style for keeping them off! EVERYBODY WAS KUNG FU FIGHTING.............. :popo: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted April 10, 2011 Report Share Posted April 10, 2011 I have a friend who lives in Poinciana. She had no idea what I was talking about when I complained of the little demons. It seems in our family they like me best too.Sounds like it might be a good idea to bring our screen tent. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Otter Spotter aka Debbie 58 Posted April 10, 2011 Report Share Posted April 10, 2011 I'm going to guess these buggers like to hang around water. When we lived on the Manatee River in Bradenton, we had them. When we lived in Sarasota far away from any water, we didn't. Now we live in Lakeland near no sizable water, and no yeller flies. Until the past two years I never noticed them at the Fort. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stefa70 205 Posted April 10, 2011 Report Share Posted April 10, 2011 Biting HabitsThe female is one of the most serious biting fly pests wherever it occurs (males do not bite). It attacks man vigorously, and the bites usually are painful, causing large and persistently itching swellings in many persons. Although it attacks throughout the day, it is most active during the late afternoon and on cloudy days. It is especially common near large bodies of water, but tends to remain in or near forests, seldom attacking in numbers far from the shelter of trees. It is one of the few tabanids which attacks indoors. All exposed parts of the victim's body may be attacked, and since the flight is rather quiet, a person is not aware of the flies until the sharp pain of the bite is felt. Domestic animals, including dogs, are attacked readily, although the fly's preference for shade makes it less of a pest to cattle and horses in open pastures. Flies are on the wing in Florida from March to November, although the peak season is April through June. Williams (1971) studied biting habits of D. ferrugatus in British Honduras, but nothing comparable has been done in Florida. ManagementNo effective methods for larval control are known. Mosquito repellents are moderately effective against the adults except when the flies are very abundant or very hungry. Gloves and headnets offer the only sure means of protection. We have found deet (diethyl toluamide) to be the most effective repellent. To prevent possible development of dangerous hypersensitivity and systemic reactions, persons sensitive to the bites should avoid exposure to the flies. Currently there are no adequate means for managing populations. Traps are sometimes effective in control of small areas such as yards, camping sights, and swimming pools. Trapping of nuisance flies has reduced their numbers on the Atlantic Coast of the United States. Traps have been effective when used around cattle that are confined to manageable areas (Squitier 2003). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingmommy aka Kelli 7 Posted April 11, 2011 Report Share Posted April 11, 2011 We have them bad here, in wooded areas, but haven't seen them yet. knock on wood. They were the worst I've ever seen last year at the fort. You're like Trevor, they bite him as soon as they get a chance, and just like Jen, they bit him while putting the screen up! :rofl2: It was kinda fun to sit in the screen room and watch people going by doing a "dance" Each person seemed to have their own style for keeping them off! EVERYBODY WAS KUNG FU FIGHTING.............. :rofl2:LOL! We were there over Memorial Day weekend and the following week...the only ones fortunate enough to get bit was me and my oldest nephew! I learned my lesson though and bought a screen room after that trip and I swore I wouldn't go back during "fly season" but since hubby is going on a "business trip" to Orlando, who could resist! :D I'll just buy lots of bug spray! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bord1niowa......Curt 79 Posted April 11, 2011 Report Share Posted April 11, 2011 We have gone to the Fort in previous years the 2nd week of June and hadn't run into them. Last June we weren't there though at that time. I am hoping they won't be what everyone has been saying about them the first 2 weeks of June. That's awful close to Memorial day.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 772 Posted April 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2011 When I go for the 4th, I plan on bringing these with me. I am making a bunch. They are yellow deer fly traps. I saw several of them last year and kicked myself for not doing the legwork myself. I have read that the blue color does not do the trick with these blood suckers and you need to use the black. Here is a link to the instructions.http://www.ehow.com/how_6631250_build-yellow-deer-fly-trap.htmlHere is another link as well.http://flaglermosquito.com/newfly.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
beccaewert 10 Posted April 11, 2011 Report Share Posted April 11, 2011 what "glue" do you use? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 772 Posted April 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2011 I plan on using a spray adhesive similar to what you use to put a headliner back up in a car. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 772 Posted April 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2011 :banana: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TnBob 311 Posted April 21, 2011 Report Share Posted April 21, 2011 FART Quote Link to post Share on other sites
polkadotsuitcase 12 Posted April 21, 2011 Report Share Posted April 21, 2011 When I go for the 4th, I plan on bringing these with me. I am making a bunch. They are yellow deer fly traps. I saw several of them last year and kicked myself for not doing the legwork myself. I have read that the blue color does not do the trick with these blood suckers and you need to use the black. Here is a link to the instructions.So it's like a giant flystrip? I can only imagine the fun you have with those beach balls after they've done their job! Gross!Hope it's effective, though -- I've never had the pleasure of meeting the flies, but the horror stories sound absolutely awful. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 772 Posted April 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2011 Yes, the scars ain't purty either. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted April 21, 2011 Report Share Posted April 21, 2011 Yes, the scars ain't purty either.I still have scars from about 4 years ago. They aren't so bad in July, right :purpleflam: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 772 Posted April 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2011 last year they were the worst...still nasty on the 4th, but not as bad as memorial day....this is why i purchased thishttp://formosacovers.com/20ftx12ft-beige-screen-house-back-instock-p-72.html Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted April 21, 2011 Report Share Posted April 21, 2011 last year they were the worst...still nasty on the 4th, but not as bad as memorial day....this is why i purchased thishttp://formosacovers.com/20ftx12ft-beige-screen-house-back-instock-p-72.htmlI have a screen tent, not as nice as that, but it won't take up much room. I think I will throw it in just in case :purpleflam: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AuburnJen 772 Posted April 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 I know that no-see-ums and mosquitoes are prevalent at other campgrounds, but has this dreaded fly shown up yet? I know some Fiends r at the fort. We need a report please. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted April 25, 2011 Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 Okay what are yellow flies and what do they do??? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted April 25, 2011 Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 Okay what are yellow flies and what do they do???They bite, and it hurts like hell :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted April 25, 2011 Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 thanks for the pic .. will they be there in july?? Sorry but I hate bugs that bite!! :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted April 25, 2011 Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 thanks for the pic .. will they be there in july?? Sorry but I hate bugs that bite!! I don't know, but Jen did suggest bringing a screen tent :argh: I have had the displeasure of coming into contact with them not fun :rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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