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What type of season is that?

Can of spray and a lighter. Back up cans and lighters. Bee keepers suit. Pray.

Here is some info..enjoy your trip.

Midge bites treatment: how to stop midge bites itching

Most of the time, treatment is not needed. But, if you’re itching, there are plenty of sting relief products on the market – which also work for mosquito bites. Another option is herbal remedies such as Aloe Vera gel. The vitamins and minerals found in aloe vera will help to reduce the pain, swelling, and itching. On top of that, it will also help the bite heal faster.

Tips to prevent midge bites

Use insect repellent spray and/or a repellent wrist band. There are four active ingredients you should look for: DEET (diethyltoluamide), IR3535 (Ethyl butyl-acetylamino propionate), saltidin, and citriodiol.

Cover bare skin and wear Insect Repellent clothing.

Be aware that on calm, dull days, midges are likely to be around. Midges stop flying at wind speeds greater than about 7mph. So, windy days are good days!

Note that midges are most likely to be around first thing in the morning and as the sunsets. If you’re camping you might want to consider a mosquito bed net.

Buy a midge head net as a backup plan. Midge hoods are cheap and easy to carry in your backpack – then you can take them out and wear them if and when needed. Ideal if you’re hiking first thing in the morning.

Midges are most active in low light. Build a campfire or switch on a camping torch to fend them off.

Lastly, our advice would be don’t let midges ruin a trip to bonnie Scotland. If you’re hiking or exploring, the chances are you won’t notice them. Most of the time, it is too windy for them. If they are a nuisance, carry some insect repellent, wear a midge hood, and make memories!

Many times. Avon Skin So Soft is what many of the locals swear by - it does work to keep the midges at bay. But if they are really bad you’ll need a hat with a midge net and ideally some thin gloves. Cover any exposed skin. They are worst when it is still and wet, they can’t fly if it’s windy or sunny and dry. Interesting that the last few times I’ve been to Scotland, there have been far fewer midges than in previous years. Even locals remarked on it.