Anyone there now, any mosquitoes?

[Daffodilmom21]

Headed down in a few days. It never crossed my mind, since coming down from the north, that mosquitoes might still be out and pestering people. Is this the case? Our 2 year old is usually a magnet and must be very sweet because mosquitoes love her. Should I be adding bug spray to the packing list?

 

[bama_ed]

I just checked in today, Daffodilmom21, so I will let you know tomorrow. They gave us a can of Backwoods OFF at the check-in desk (I heard they were still doing this due to the zika virus. Bugs were out a little bit last night when we were at Lake Louisa State Park 30 minutes away - night temp got down to 59F. But Disney sprays for mosquitos at the Fort so I am hoping for a better experience tonight.

Will let you know.

Bama Ed

 

[Barney Fife]

We were there two weeks ago. Never had to use the free can of Off. Didn't see or hear a single mosquito.

 

[mum2four]

Just left the Fort last Friday and never saw one single mosquito! The only insects we encountered at all were a few little flying bugs along the water's edge at the beach - definitely not mosquitoes!

 

[bjschil]

We sat outside last night to watch the Packer/Lions game, ( until 11:45), and they were biting. We used the spray they provided, and it worked. But, not before we each had several bites.

 

[2goofycampers]

We arrived this afternoon and got a few bites also.

 

[grumpyaggie]

I thought mosquitoes spent the winter in Louisiana.

 

[FortForever]

Just dumped out a bucket of water, with mosquito larva in it, today. They are still around.

 

[peg110]

As I read this thread, I can't help to think, that in my trips down there, we have never had an issue with the "Bugs". We usually have bug spray with us (it's a staple in the camper) but I don't recall using it at all and have not had an issue. Of course others may have (and usually do have) a different experience.

Although, it sounds like the Fort is still giving out the Free Cans of bug repellent, so you should be in good shape.

 

[bama_ed]

Daffodillmom,

This morning I can report that mosquitos really weren't an issue last night. I do have some bites from the prior night off-site that itched but it was not an issue here. It might still behoove you to be prepared for your DD but I wouldn't worry too much about it.

Plus if the temps are cooler with lows in the 50s or so, it would be less of a problem.

Bama Ed

 

[bigdisneydaddy]

Never had an issue in Jan or Feb, that's part of the reason we like that time of year.

 

[2goofycampers]

We killed 2 mosquitoes last night in our camper. They either like us or this site. Never had an issue before. That free can of Off is gonna come in handy.

 

[North of Mouse]

Never in our 42 years of camping at FW do we remember seeing, or being bitten by mosquitoes, but maybe we just aren't tasty!!
I do know that some people are just mosquito magnets though - have a friend that will get bitten anywhere!

Have never even brought repellent with us. LA folks here, so maybe we're immune!! Really think Disney does do a great job of 'prevention' though.

 

[amcc]

We've never had a problem here although we often camp in the summer. However, last night something was biting all over our legs and saw a large mosquito. I would use the repellant (we got cutter) on your daughter.

 

[TheRustyScupper]

1) We have trained the Skeeters at The Fort to not bother the guests.
2) Like children and cats, they don't always obey, but most do.

 

[peg110]

Hmmm..... I can imagine that interview Question...

"What experience do you have in training mosquitos?"
"What is your success rate?"
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[Natarue]

Just curious is there zeeka anywhere near Orlando. Thanks!

 

[TheRustyScupper]

Hmmm..... I can imagine that interview Question...
"What experience do you have in training mosquitos?"

"What is your success rate?"​

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1) You need a very tiny whip and chair.
2) Like any other animal, each skeeter has his/her own personality.
3) Ones who behave get a sweet, ones who don't behave get DEET.

 

[2goofycampers]

Just curious is there zeeka anywhere near Orlando. Thanks!

Yes there has been, that's why WDW started giving out the repellent. AND to the camping forum.