The presence of pesky insects can often put a damper on outdoor fun. While there are plenty of commercial insect repellents ...

Avoid outdoor activities at night ... Wear boots or sneakers, not sandals. Applying the correct insect repellent may be the most effective and easiest way to protect you from getting an insect bite.

However you spend your time outdoors—camping ... A good form of protection is an insect repellent. At CR, testers apply a standard dose of repellent to test subjects’ skin.