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Bug Spray Outdoor
What is Bug Spray Outdoor?

Bug spray for outdoor use in the US refers to insect repellents designed to protect individuals from insect bites while engaging in outdoor activities. These products are formulated to repel mosquitoes, ticks, and other pests that can transmit diseases or cause discomfort.

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How much search volume does it get?
Google searches
2.9K/mo

Is Bug Spray Outdoor trending?

Yes. Bug Spray Outdoor growing with a month-over-month change of 1.26% over the past 5 years, with approximately 2,900 monthly searches.


Why is Bug Spray Outdoor trending?

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Increased Awareness of Insect-Borne Diseases
With the rise in awareness of diseases transmitted by insects, such as Lyme disease and West Nile virus, more people are seeking effective bug sprays to protect themselves and their families during outdoor activities.
2
Growing Outdoor Recreation Trends
As outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and gardening become more popular, the demand for bug spray has increased, as people want to enjoy these activities without the nuisance of insect bites.
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Advancements in Formulation
Recent advancements in bug spray formulations have led to more effective and longer-lasting products, including natural and eco-friendly options, appealing to a broader audience concerned about health and environmental impact.
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Increased Availability and Variety
The market for bug sprays has expanded, with a wider variety of products available in stores and online, making it easier for consumers to find a product that suits their needs and preferences.
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Consumer Education and Marketing
Effective marketing campaigns and consumer education about the importance of insect protection have contributed to the growing popularity of outdoor bug sprays, encouraging more people to use them regularly.

What are people saying?

45 threads
AI Insights Positive sentiment
Discussions revolve around the use of various bug sprays for outdoor activities, particularly when camping or spending time with children. Users share experiences and recommendations for effective products to prevent bug bites and other outdoor irritations.
Effective Bug Protection
Users emphasize the importance of using bug spray to protect against bites from mosquitoes and ticks while enjoying outdoor activities.
Product Recommendations
Several users recommend specific bug spray brands and formulations, highlighting their effectiveness and ease of use, especially for families.
Safety Considerations
Discussions include concerns about the safety of bug sprays for children and pets, with a preference for plant-based and non-toxic options.
Outdoor Activities with Kids
Parents share tips on managing outdoor experiences with young children, including the necessity of bug spray during camping and hiking.
Fragrance and Skin Feel
Users discuss the sensory aspects of bug sprays, noting preferences for non-greasy, lightly scented products that are comfortable for extended wear.
Common questions
  • What are the best bug sprays for kids?
  • How often should I apply bug spray when outdoors?
  • Are there any natural alternatives to traditional bug sprays?
  • What ingredients should I look for in a safe bug spray?
  • How can I prevent ticks when hiking with children?
Pain points
  • Concerns about chemical exposure for children and pets.
  • Frustration with bug sprays that have strong odors.
  • Issues with bug sprays damaging clothing.
  • Ineffectiveness of certain products against specific pests.
  • Difficulty in finding a bug spray that feels comfortable on the skin.
boards.cruisecritic.com
RE:Live from Le Lyrial, Longyearbyen to Reykjavik (Aug 1st to 14th) Eclipse Cruise w/pre and post in Scotland and Iceland
... resort:   Advertisements announced ‘Turkish, Russian, Spray, ****, Vapour, Electric and other appliances... as an indoor gymnasium and outdoor spaces for croquet, tennis, lawn... 6 changes of clothes, a bug hat, sailing shoes, sailing gloves, ...
RyanJCanada · Jul 19, 2026
www.flyertalk.com
South Bank Resort (SLH), Turks and Caicos
... be aware of. First is outdoor dining, meaning heat and fruit... mosquitos. So recommend bringing some bug spray if you will be out ...
hurijo · Jul 17, 2026
community.whattoexpect.com
RE:camping - items/baby outfits
... with all the outdoor noises, and baby safe sunscreen and bug spray are easy to...
BrightonSarah2 · Jul 16, 2026
www.ar15.com
RE:Just bought a camper....oh no
... hitch Camp chairs Camp rug Bug spray I bought a cheap expert... worked with it and my outdoor kitchen lp quick connect That’s ...
comp_orng_boss · Jul 10, 2026
vapingunderground.com
RE:Jimi's Daily Health Articles
DIY Tick Repellent for Outdoor Time - Mama Z’s tick ... families practical body and clothing spray options for hikes, camping, forest... care, muscle comfort, and natural bug protection. It is one of ...
Jimi · Jul 9, 2026
boards.cruisecritic.com
RE:Touring the oldies but hopefully goodies Part I: Live from Enchantment of the Seas 7/11-7/18
... type outdoor eatery was pricey so we headed back   take bug spray, hat...
hcat · Jul 9, 2026
r/SkincareAddiction
[Sun Care] In outdoor summer weather, where both sunscreen and bug spray would be needed, does it matter which to apply first? Are there certain products that play nice together?
submitted by /u/rollotomasi07071 to r/SkincareAddiction [link] [comments]
rollotomasi07071 · May 24, 2026
r/tattooadvice
Bug spray and fairly new tattoo
Hi! I just got a new tattoo a week ago, 5/16, it's peeling really well and most sensitivity is gone. This is not my first tattoo, but it's the first colored one, and the first time I'll be outdoors most days so soon after getting it done. I have sunscreen (cream and stick) that I'll definitely be using on it, but what about bug spray? I'm a magnet for the nasty things, and don't want to ruin anything Edit: changed date to the correct month submitted by /u/cheesy_taco- to r/tattooadvice [link] [comments]
cheesy_taco- · May 24, 2026
r/ArcRaiders
[Embark] Update 1.29.0 live! Patch Notes
Raiders! It seems the rumors are true. After long avoiding traveling below ground, the Nomadic Envoys have arrived in Speranza. On the hunt for valuable gear and weaponry, these mysterious members of the nomadic tribe are offering deals you can't find anywhere else. What's New? New Trader - Nomadic Envoy One of a group of Nomadic Envoys, Ermal, has made camp in Speranza, bringing with him a range of tempting Topside trades. Raiders who have reached Level 25 can barter high-value ARC materials and any stockpiled rare weapons in exchange for lucrative offerings: Expanded Stash space (resets post-expedition) Expedition Vault access - Enabling Raiders to safely store up to 5 of their most prized items for retrieval post-Expedition Ermal also offers a variety of weekly rotating trades: Cosmetics Blueprints Raider Tokens Gameplay and progression items, including items for current Raider projects Ermal will return weekly with new offerings as he liaises with his fellow Nomads. Catch his latest deals before he departs! Dev Note: Ermal’s prices will be set higher during his first week, we plan to adjust them based on data and your feedback. For the first week, a single Stash expansion and 5 expedition vault spaces will be available to gather initial feedback and give us a chance to adjust prices before adding more space. Offers will rotate in and out, if you missed one of the offers this week, they may appear in a future stock rotation. New Grenade Launcher - The Rascal Tian Wen has been tinkering in her workshop again… Meet the Rascal, the latest addition to your arsenal for tackling armored ARC threats. Lightweight, compact, and easy to carry, this unconventional launcher packs a punch despite its… quirks. While it’s slower to reload, and a bit unpredictable on the aim, the Rascal shines as a reliable side-arm for those who want anti-ARC firepower without the risk of lugging around a Hullcracker. And: Mod Improvement: Extended Barrel End of Round Changes The Sandveil Set Facial Hair Style - Sideburns The Sheath Set will be available on June 2nd Patch Highlights Fixed an issue where players would be teleported when standing on destroyed ARC parts. Reduced the power cost of Photoelectric Cloak from 10/s to 5/s. Weapon durability adjustments. Queen and Matriarch will now more often step over things than through them, reducing the amount of times players suffer unfair knockback. Added an option to block players after reporting. An Update on Security and Anti-cheat. Balance Changes ARC Increased the granularity of ARC vision through bushes and smokes, rewarding strategic positioning. Raiders near the edge of cover are now easier to spot, while those deeper in foliage or behind smoke are harder to detect. Improved how ARC perceives sound in open outdoor spaces, while reducing their sensitivity to sounds in indoor environments and those passing through geometry. Firefly Improved how the Firefly applies fire. The effect now matches the visuals more closely, and briefly grazing the flame no longer feels as punishing, reducing the sensation of being hit around corners. Rocketeer When the Rocketeer shoots several missiles at once, they are now consistently spread out over a larger area to prevent unfair situations where multiple missiles hit the same location. Gameplay Reduced the power cost of Photoelectric Cloak from 10/s to 5/s. Augment The Cloud of Renewal effect on the Tactical Mk. 3 (Healing) Augment has been changed to an AoE effect. The Cloud of Renewal healing has been increased from 20 to 45. The cooldown on Cloud of Renewal has been increased from 30s to 45s. Changed the shield capacity on Combat Mk.3 (Flanking) Augment to accept Medium Shields. Dev note: As mentioned in the patch notes for Patch 1.26, we continue to focus our sights on underperforming Augments. In this update, we are making the Tactical Mk.3 (Healing) Augment offer more utility in line with its place as a support-focused Augment. Now you can also heal your allies (and your enemies, if you’re not careful) after being revived. We also increased the survivability potential of the Combat Mk.3 (Flanking) to make it more viable as a flanking combat Augment. Weapons Bettina Base Fire Rate has been increased from 235 to 250. Weapon Durability Adjustments It's been clear that the durability changes in the last patch were felt too much on some weapons. For this update we're targeting the worst offenders that seem to break too quickly, increasing their lifetime to bring them in line with other weapons. We will continue to listen to your feedback and monitor for any pain points that come up around durability in the coming weeks, and continue to adjust accordingly. Weapon Mods Weapon mods can now affect aim-down-sights transition speed for scoped weapons. Extended Barrel: Bullet Velocity Bonus has been increased from 25 to 30%. Increased the damage fall off distance by 15%. Renamed to Extended Barrel III. Added new mesh. Added 2 lower tier variants: Extended Barrel I Extended Barrel II Content and Bug Fixes ARC General Fixed an issue where flying ARC could get stuck. Queen and Matriarch will now more often step over things than through them, reducing the amount of times players suffer unfair knockback. When Raiders first spawn into a session, ARC will be less perceptive of them and less likely to engage. Fixed some instances of ARC spawning in unexpected locations. ARC Turbine Fixed ARC Turbine legs becoming invisible in odd angles. Improved ARC Turbine probability of finding good angles for the legs when landing. Improved ARC Turbine landing positioning to mitigate visual clipping issues. Increased the odds of Raiders getting burned by the ARC Turbine when inside of it. Animation Updated cloth physics on character outfits for more natural movement. Fixed an issue causing some ARC weapon rotations to snap and appear laggy. Fixed an issue where items would clip into Field Crates when picked up while holding a gadget. Fixed the inspect animation for the Metal Detector. Audio Reduced how much sounds are lowered while taking damage. Added a distinct sound when Bastion and Bombardier switch targets. Added comb filtering to footsteps and movement sounds to achieve clearer perception of distance, elevation and movement direction. Improved binaural audio to make it easier to distinguish the height and elevation of sounds. Cosmetics Ongoing work to unify character texture settings for better performance and more visual consistency. Gameplay Players are now immune to stuns while entering a Raider Hatch, preventing interruptions when returning to Speranza. Fixed an issue where downed players could move out of bounds. Fixed an issue where pressing fire during certain actions like dodgeroll or climbing wouldn't buffer fire. General Fixed an issue where players would be teleported when standing on destroyed ARC parts. Fixed an issue where characters could float when disconnecting in mid-air. Fixed an issue where the Expedition timer was not showing the correct duration. Items Agave Juice now Quick Moves into available Quick Use slots instead of the Backpack, and will not be unloaded from Backpack when emptying it. Free loadout Augment sell price: 100 -> 660. Maps General Fixed low-res textures, odd spray paint decals, and a misaligned wall in tunnel and highway areas. Fixed overly dark shading on vent materials to improve visibility. Riven Tides Fixed a balcony structure clipping into a hotel doorway that could block passage. Fixed floating objects and improved rope visuals and physics. Fixed a misaligned balcony in the hotel lobby and missing wall collision at Room 207. Stella Montis Polished environment textures and fixed collision issues. Social Added an option to block players after reporting. Fixed an issue where voice chat could fail when opening the console UI on PS5/Xbox. End of Round Changes Raiders will now be able to see all squad members at the end of the round whether they extracted successfully or not. Interacting with the squad member's name plate will display a range of social actions that can be taken, which include reporting, muting or blocking the player. Players will also be able to immediately leave the squad in the tunnel sequence. Stability & Performance General performance and stability improvements. Fixed an issue that could cause the loading screen to remain stuck. UI Added information to the Crash Mat tooltip to showcase the additional safe fall height gain. Deployable previews now show occluded portions with a striped overlay, making placement easier. Fixed an issue where pinging an ARC Turbine as it entered the map could cause the ping marker to behave erratically. Utility Removed unintended delay after cancelling a Trigger 'Nade throw during which the grenade could not be thrown or triggered. Fixed an issue where throwing grenades could not be cancelled. Cancelling deployment of Pulse Mine or Gas Mine no longer consumes the item. Fixed an issue where the 'Use Zipline' prompt was missing, preventing interaction at close range. Fixed an issue where vaulting could trigger while moving upward or while standing on the ground with the Powered Descender active. Fixed an issue where the Surge Coil would not damage teammates of the player who placed it. KNOWN ISSUES Opening the console menu on PS5/Xbox while matchmaking causes the matchmaking to be cancelled. The Sandveil outfit scarf may appear stretched with long hairstyles clipping through. Players can fall from the map by walking near the wall of the Pilgrim Peak's building. Successful Extraction music plays in the background when the new Trader Introduction video is shown to the player after they return to the main menu. Characters in Squad Walk screen may fail to appear under certain circumstances. Dolabra does not deal damage to training dummies on Practice Range. Pause on an Augment's Regen Effect fails to apply after Player's revival. The throw animation may sometimes fail to play if the player attempts to detonate a Trigger ‘Nade immediately after throwing it. Some localization issues across the UI, including missing text in the settings menu and loading screen quotes. In rare cases purchases might not work in the customization screen, reopen the customization screen to fix it. The Firefly may sometimes disappear after going idle and drop an incendiary grenade. Shredders float to the ceiling in some rooms of the Hidden Bunker. Player animations may appear broken when interrupting a search of the Baron Husk. The Leaper can jump through the ARC Turbine. An Update on Security & Anti-cheat As mentioned recently in our Ensuring Fair Play article, we want to continue improving our anti-cheat solutions and more accurately detect foul play across the Rust Belt. Following a positive rollout in THE FINALS, Denuvo Anti-Cheat will also come to ARC Raiders starting May 19th, initially to a limited player pool, with plans to expand after close monitoring. We will not be using Denuvo's Digital Rights Management (DRM) service, and are working to ensure minimal impact on performance. With Denuvo Anti-Cheat and Anybrain, we are working to strengthen ARC Raiders' systems even further. Keep sending us reports of any information that you believe might help us do so, it's highly appreciated. See you topside Raiders, //Ossen submitted by /u/WoWAltoholic to r/ArcRaiders [link] [comments]
WoWAltoholic · May 19, 2026
r/finehair
Best bug spray and why half of them just turn your hair into a mess by the end of the day
Been trying to figure out what actually works without ruining fine hair, and it feels like most advice around the best bug spray completely ignores how it interacts with hair and scalp. For context, this is mostly outdoor use where you are actually moving around, walking, and sweating a bit, not just sitting still for ten minutes. The kind of situations where bugs are constant and your hair is already prone to getting flat or greasy. After dealing with this a few times, a couple things started to stand out. Spray drift is worse than expected Most bug spray does not just stay on your skin. If you are spraying around your neck or shoulders, some of it ends up in your hair whether you notice it or not. With fine hair, that shows up immediately as heaviness or that slightly sticky feel. It is not always obvious at first, but after an hour or two your hair just feels off. Oils and hair do not mix well A lot of formulas have that slightly oily base so they stick better to skin. That same thing weighs down fine hair really quickly. Even a small amount can make it look flat or clumped, especially around the front or sides where it is closest to application areas. It is one of those things that makes a spray feel like it is working, but your hair pays for it. Where you apply it matters more than what you use Spraying directly near your hairline almost guarantees it ends up in your hair. Applying it to your hands first and then placing it more carefully on exposed skin tends to help, even though it takes a bit more effort. It is slower, but it avoids that accidental overspray that messes everything up. Light formulas feel better but fade faster The sprays that do not ruin your hair tend to feel lighter and dry quicker. The tradeoff is they usually do not last as long, especially once you start sweating. So it becomes a choice between something that holds up but affects your hair, or something that feels better but needs reapplying. Hair reacts differently than skin Something can feel completely fine on your skin and still make your hair feel greasy or stiff. Fine hair shows everything, so even a small amount of residue becomes noticeable. This is probably why a lot of bug spray that works great for others feels annoying if you have finer hair. What actually seems to work better From what has worked so far, the better approach tends to be keeping spray away from the hairline as much as possible using lighter formulas even if they need reapplying applying more carefully instead of spraying everywhere being aware of how much actually ends up in your hair It starts to feel less about finding the best bug spray overall and more about finding one that does its job without wrecking your hair in the process. Curious if anyone here has found something that actually holds up outside but does not leave that sticky or flat feeling in fine hair by the end of the day. submitted by /u/VisualsTough to r/finehair [link] [comments]
VisualsTough · May 15, 2026
r/SaltLakeCity
Having to do the unthinkable… Please help me find a home that can give my big dumb baby the life he deserves.
After a bitter divorce, and an abandonment of a previously agreed upon custody arrangement, I am coming to the brutal conclusion that I have to rehome my absolute loverboy. I have fought tooth and nail to keep him, but I can no longer give him the life he deserves as I navigate financial and occupational instability. About Cashew: -Born 11/07/22 & currently 70lbs -Task trained therapy dog, ultimately failed due to his overwhelming enthusiasm for new people. He’s too much of a lover for his own good. -Absolute angel with small children; extensive training around little ones has made him an incredible nanny-dog. -Adores people and attention but has little to no separation anxiety. -Very low activity needs; he’d always prefer sleeping on the couch or cuddling with his head on your lap than anything else. -Great with dogs; too intense for anxious cats but has never displayed prey drive with birds, bugs, or squirrels. -Dietary allergies; requires hydrolyzed Rx food (which would be provided) and antihistamines (loratadine 2x daily; also provided) -Does best with German Ears; his ears can act up if not consistently shaved for maximum airflow. -NUETERED! He cannot be bred for doodle purposes. -Slow but diligent learner, he’s sweeter than he is smart, but knows all commands and walks like a dream on leash with treats and occasional redirection. -Housebroken, and occasionally “too well” as he will hold it all day until he can go in his preferred spots outside. Requirements: -Experienced with poodles and understands grooming and coat needs. I would provide Natures Specialties VantaBlack shampoo, Plum Silky conditioner, Quicker Slicker grooming spray as well as grooming tools and a HV dryer for home grooming. -Ideally a home with children. -He has lived primarily in apartments, so any outdoor space would be welcomed but not essential. -Stable income to support his dietary and grooming needs. Cash has been absolutely and irrefutably cherished for his entire life. Thousands of dollars have been spent on his training and developmental success. I cannot believe that I am in this position, but I am trying to take comfort in the thought that I have raised this wonderful boy through the chaos of puppyhood and poodle adolescence so that a family may enjoy the fruits of my labor. He is the perfect dog. Occasionally pesky, but only in the sweetest ways. If allowed on the bed, he will have to be dragged out in the morning to eat or relieve himself. He’s truly the most affectionate dog I’ve ever known. I am across the country from any and all support systems, having moved to UT with my ex wife, so I truly have no one to help. submitted by /u/speakclearly to r/SaltLakeCity [link] [comments]
speakclearly · May 14, 2026
r/ArcRaiders
[Embark] Riven Tides - Patch Notes 1.25.0
Raiders, Scout reports have been returning from Riven Tides. Fragments of observation logs, faded photographs, and footage of the coast have finally made their way back to Speranza. It’s now time for you to check it out for yourself. Explore the abandoned shoreline, traverse the Exodus port, and experience the lost luxury of the Panorama Azzurro hotel. This is the Rust Belt, and it’s not going to be easy. Other Raiders are already on the scent of fresh loot, and a new floating ARC machine has been seen patrolling the skies. What it’s doing, and how to counter it, is for you to find out. Enable marketing cookies to watch this video. Watch on YouTube What’s New? Riven Tides Map Beachcombing Map Condition New minor Map Condition, exclusive to Riven Tides Search for buried treasure on the beaches of Riven Tides, just make sure you have the right tool for the job and be prepared for unexpected discoveries. New Enemy - ARC Turbine Expedition Window New Items Epic Gadget - Powered Descender Uncommon Throwable - Crash Mat Common Deployable - White Flag Common Gadget - Dockmaster’s Detector New Player Project - Avian Alarm Last Resort Event: Earn merits by Collecting ship models and via XP across the different maps to earn rewards "Wind Sprite" Ship Model "Twilight Compass" Ship Model "Velocity" Ship Model "Sirena Dorata" Ship Model "Leviathan's Crown" Ship Model Trials Season 4 The Solare Set The Rachetta Set New Augment: Tactical Mk.3 (Smoke) Dev note: With the addition of another Tactical Augment in this patch it is worth stating that we are aware that some Augments, particularly the Combat Augments, are not performing as well in their roles as we would like. We are working on a general balancing pass for Augments to buff some of those that are underperforming, most especially the Combat Mk. 3 (Flanking) Augment which has yet to find its place to shine. It is also a goal to develop the full roster of Augments to ensure that all categories are well represented. Patch Highlights: Trigger ‘Nade balancing Repairing changes Bettina Buff Balance Changes Weapon Economy Adjustments The weapon economy has increasingly started looking more and more unbalanced, where players engaging in heavy PVP have to make a lot of difficult decisions around their weapons while the most friendly players have ended up in a chronic state of weapon accumulation. We want to balance this out so that all players are challenged by weapon attrition, as well as introducing new ways to combat it. New feature: Repair on upgrade Weapon upgrading becomes very expensive when you feel like you have to repair the weapon beforehand, making it less accessible than we would like. To give more ways to repair low durability weapons and elevate the upgrade loop: Upgrading weapons will now repair 25% of the weapons max durability Weapon drop & durability We're reducing weapon spawn around the outskirts of the maps to increase value and tension of high tier areas and locked rooms. We're also increasing the range of durability a weapon can spawn with, as well as reducing the average outside of locked rooms. This should be easily recouped by the new repair on upgrade. Avg durability on spawned weapons: 50 -> 30 These changes mean that you might find a weapon on the outskirts with 15 durability but will still find weapons around 60 durability in locked rooms. Weapon durability loss on shot We've heard a clear frustration that maintaining high tier weapons is very expensive compared to the lower tier ones. We want high tier weapons to have more longevity compared to low tier weapons, so we're adjusting durability loss on shot to match this: Common weapons: +75% durability loss on shot Uncommon weapons: +50% durability loss on shot Rare weapons: +35% durability loss on shot Epic weapons: -5% durability loss on shot Legendary weapons: -10% durability loss on shot Weapon durability loss on being knocked out We want heavy PVP to be a viable way to play ARC Raiders, and to align this playstyle with other ways to play, we're reducing durability loss on weapons when a player is knocked out by 50%. Durability loss on weapons of knocked out player: -30% durability -> -15% durability ARC Removed Comets from standard sessions in the Dam Battlegrounds. Reduced Firefly presence heavily in Dam Battlegrounds. Reduced Comet presence in Buried City. Dev note: The addition of Comets and Fireflies raised the difficulty in beginner-oriented sessions a bit too much, and to bring that experience back to the intended level we opted to reduce their presence in the sessions that were affected the most. Gameplay Stella Montis Adjusted Exodus recyclables loot distribution to be more evenly spread across containers. Items Vaporizer Regulator Stack size increased 1 -> 3 Trigger 'Nade Dev Note: You can no longer throw a new grenade at the same time as triggering a previously thrown one, and will instead have to wait for the animations to finish. This should reduce Trigger 'Nade spam by increasing the delay between each grenade, and effectively remove the ability to prematurely detonate a second grenade with the first one. Added a 1s delay after using the throw action, before allowing the next throw/trigger action Added a 1.3s delay after using the trigger action, before allowing the next throw/trigger action Photoelectric Cloak Increasing weight of Photoelectric Cloak from 1 -> 3 to bring it more in line with its rarity/cost. Increased Power use rate from 2.5/s to 10/s Dev Note: The Photoelectric Cloak has been quite aggressively over-performing, especially in regards to the length of time it can be activated. This change is intended to add more intentionality between uses; it still has the same strength while activated, but now you might need to find cover sooner, or think more about how you approach areas heavily contested by ARC. Weapons Bettina Balancing Dev Note: The Bettina has been buffed to push it closer to its rarity. The base damage and damage against ARC armor has been increased to get more value out of each bullet, but the base fire-rate has also been reduced. The dispersion has been adjusted to support firing the weapon in longer bursts before losing accuracy, and the stack size of heavy ammo has also been increased to make it less punishing to bring the ammo you need. These changes should make each shot matter more, while also providing the ability to land more shots if you control your bursts well. Base Damage increased from 14 to 16 Base Fire-Rate reduced from 285 to to 235 Per Shot Dispersion reduced by around 40% (Making it bloom slower) Dispersion Recovery Time improved by around 30% Damage against ARC armor increased by around 33% Heavy Ammo Stack Size increased from 40 to 60 Content and Bug Fixes ARC General Fixed aim assist not targeting leg joints and weak spots on Bastion, Bombardier, Queen, and Matriarch. Fixed an issue where Vaporizer and ARC Surveyor patrols could stop moving until alerted. Fixed an issue where ARC enemies did not react to nearby breaching sounds. Bastion Fixed a bug where the Bastion could be too accurate when switching targets mid-fire. Vaporizers Added to more maps and conditions. Animation Emotes We have reworked the emote system to allow even more emotes to be played while running. Give it a try! Audio General Fixed a potential crash related to voice-over data. Fixed an issue where Trader voice lines at the start of a round could trigger too frequently. Updated voice effects for cosmetic helmets. Fixed an issue where emote previews in the Store could play without their voice lines. Fixed an issue where footstep sounds could stop playing. Fixed footstep and impact sounds on various surfaces (e.g. bridges) that were playing the wrong surface audio. Emotes Fixed an issue where objective and emote sounds could persist or double after reconnecting to a match; audio now stops correctly. Voice Chat Added a noise suppression option for voice chat for clearer communication. Fixed voice chat breaking after opening platform UI. Cosmetics & Customization Character Customization Fixed an issue where facial hair and face masks could briefly glitch when changing faces or outfits. Gameplay General Fixed a bug where deployables could be placed inside extraction elevators before they opened. Fixed an issue where bullets would spawn from an incorrect position when shooting while standing on rotating or movable objects (e.g., Rocketeer debris). Fixed an issue where the "Death from Above" achievement could be completed by standing on destroyed Rocketeer parts. Expedition Fixed an issue where players signed up for an Expedition would not depart as scheduled. Introduced a late departure option. Items Binoculars Fixed an issue where binocular zoom levels did not work. Zipline Fixed an issue where entering a zipline from above could cause fall damage and could push the player into the ground when attaching. Fixed an issue when zipline anchors would sometimes end up invisible upon placement. Vita Spray Fixed an issue where using Vita Spray to simultaneously heal self and others increased healing speed. Maps The Blue Gate Fixed multiple environment issues: Corrected floating/clipping props. Restored wind damage and indoor/outdoor detection. Resolved severe culling near the church. Addressed a spot where players could get stuck under an ARC wreck. Fixed an issue where some supply call stations couldn't be interacted with. Buried City Fixed spots where players could clip through walls and resolved some flickering on roofs. Fixed an issue where some supply call stations couldn't be interacted with. Fixed an issue where players could take shield damage inside a building during Hurricane. Removed a problematic zipline in Old Town. Spaceport Fixed places players could get stuck, improved collision near the Launch Towers, and resolved texture flickering. Fixed an issue with multiple ladders in the trench where players could end up launching themselves high up in the air. Dam Battlegrounds Fixed multiple environment issues, including: A stuck spot near the cargo elevator. Clipping trees. Floating grass. Misaligned cafeteria props. Incorrect concrete materials. Fixed several common stuck spots to improve navigation. Movement Crouch movement speed is now capped to forced walk speed when using items. Fix an issue where heavy landing could be triggered at incorrect times. Performance Further general performance improvements. Upgraded Intel XeSS to SDK version 3.0.0. Reduced rubber-banding when reaching the edge of the playable area. Quests Fixed an issue where eliminations with the Seeker Grenade did not count toward progress in the "Safe Passage" quest. Social Added a popup when trying to use Voice Chat when in a PlayStation Party, as they cannot be used at the same time. Report reasons are now flattened instead of a dropdown, displaying all the reporting options available more clearly. Stability Fixed a server crash that could happen after a round ended, particularly when players disconnected and reconnected. Fixed issues around missing an Expedition departure that could make the game unresponsive on load or cause your character to appear missing. Fixed a rare crash that could occur when certain items triggered visual or audio effects. Fixed a crash that could occur with certain outfits UI General Enabled multi-select in inventory by default on Project screens. Updated scrollbar styling in the customization panel. Added challenge previews to the practice range so you can review challenge details before starting. Gave crafting suggestions priority over recycle suggestions when trying to acquire resources. Fixed “Ping Destination” sometimes displaying the wrong message in text. Expedition Updated the departure screen with a progress bar that tracks your Expedition quest and added catch-up information. Moved the sign-up status to the left side of the main menu and reduced how many Quests and Feats are shown. Updated the Late Departure notification to display only the number of rewards and catch-up rewards. The progression display no longer shows the final step. Moved and updated the sign-up status widget in the menu to fit the new carousel layout. Fixed an issue where the Expedition screen could fail to advance to the final stage after completing Step 5, causing the Departure view and Skill Points progress to be missing. Fixed an issue where quest tracking could appear in the map menu for players who hadn’t started an Expedition. Updated text on the Expedition explanation screen for clarity. Added a countdown timer and refined visuals to the Confirm Departure prompt in Expeditions. The Expedition screen now displays the timer across all steps for clearer progress tracking. The Expedition About page now shows only Expedition Rewards and no longer displays skill points. Enabled step previews in Expeditions Fixed Expedition quest titles, descriptions, and objectives not displaying correctly in the departure screen and tracker. Added proper departure notification and corrected Expedition icon behavior. Projects Fixed an issue where using a controller in the Projects screen could prevent returning to reward previews after selecting the Close button. Event preview now shows the project button only when the event is active and unlocked. Fixed an issue where project goals could appear selected when previewing future or past steps in the Projects screen. Fixed an issue where the Seasonal Project panel in the Home menu could show an outdated step. Inventory Added a Show/Hide Tooltip prompt to the Inspect tab in the Inventory. Surge Coil Fixed the Surge Coil tooltip to correctly display the actual range of the item (10m) instead of the very wrong number it had before (75m). Emote Wheel All emote wheel slots can now be rebound to any emote. Added a button to reset the emote wheel to default state on the emote selection screen. Raider Den Fixed an issue where the weapon display sometimes didn't account for all stash slots. Workshop Fixed an issue where the Acquire Resources menu could show suggestions from locked Workshop stations. VFX Bullet holes will now properly follow any shot moving object. Reduced visual popping on character clothing when changing camera distance, improving consistency during movement and zoom. Improved the visual effect of the ARC Surveyor beam that calls in the Assessor. KNOWN ISSUES In rare cases purchases might not work in the customization screen, reopen the customization screen to fix it. The Firefly may sometimes disappear after going idle and drop an incendiary grenade. Shredders float to the ceiling in some rooms of the Hidden Bunker. ARC may spawn inside the geometry on The Dam. Flying ARC may sometimes appear stuck in idle. ‘Purchase Raider Tokens’ page may appear in front of the inbox and profile page when switching between them. Player animations may appear broken when interrupting a search of the Baron Husk. The “On the Radar” Quest can not be completed on Riven Tides. Visual issue when looking at “Crash Mat” in spectator mode. The Leaper can jump through the Turbine. The Event Skin Preview incorrectly displays post round event progress. The Rachetta outfit is missing some of the color details displayed in promo material, will be amended in future patch. submitted by /u/WoWAltoholic to r/ArcRaiders [link] [comments]
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RE:Live from Le Lyrial, Longyearbyen to Reykjavik (Aug 1st to 14th) Eclipse Cruise w/pre and post in Scotland and Iceland
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South Bank Resort (SLH), Turks and Caicos
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RE:camping - items/baby outfits
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community.whattoexpect.com BrightonSarah2 Jul 16, 2026
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RE:Graphical Fidelity I Expect This Gen
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RE:Camping advice
I second the pack and play. We also brought the newborn tub for water play and bath time bubbles . Used a hose we brought for the water hook up and baby couldn’t get enough of it. Can make the area muddy so beware of that. Having an outdoor rug helped. Also made sure to have a first aid kit and bug spray.
community.whattoexpect.com Giinaalove Jun 29, 2026
RE:Follow along Garmin to the Abacos…
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RE:Has anyone been camping with a 1-year-old before?
We camped with our son at that age! Pack lots of layers, a white noise machine for sleep, and a portable high chair if you have one. Hypochlorous acid spray is also a must for us - bug bites, scrapes, heat rash, it handles everything outdoor. We use magic molecule.
community.whattoexpect.com BrightonSarah2 Jun 4, 2026
RE:Ticks! How do you handle young kids playing outside, hiking, and camping?
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Re: QVC-Be better than this
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RE:Arc Raiders
... ARC perceives sound in open outdoor spaces, while reducing their sensitivity... Extended Barrel II Content and Bug Fixes​ ARC​ General​ Fixed an...​ General​ Fixed low-res textures, odd spray paint decals, and a misaligned ...
forums.overclockers.co.uk unKle May 19, 2026
RE:Parenting Megathread: I, too, am machine washable.
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forums.somethingawful.com MadDogMike May 12, 2026
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steamcommunity.com Ballistic Chicken May 10, 2026
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RE:Die Trying [A Roguelite Extraction LitRPG] (By the author of 12 Miles Below)
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forums.spacebattles.com Mark_Arrows Apr 22, 2026
RE:Die Trying [A Roguelite Extraction LitRPG] (By the author of 12 Miles Below)
... bleach. And then went to spray down an outdoor concrete slab part that was ... earlier attempt with the cleaning spray must have either microscopic explosions, .... Wade considered the poor harmless bug an enemy, and swatted down .... And then specifically to the spray cap set to mist.
forums.spacebattles.com Mark_Arrows Apr 22, 2026
[Sun Care] In outdoor summer weather, where both sunscreen and bug spray would be needed, does it matter which to apply first? Are there certain products that play nice together?
submitted by /u/rollotomasi07071 to r/SkincareAddiction [link] [comments]
r/SkincareAddiction rollotomasi07071 May 24, 2026
Bug spray and fairly new tattoo
Hi! I just got a new tattoo a week ago, 5/16, it's peeling really well and most sensitivity is gone. This is not my first tattoo, but it's the first colored one, and the first time I'll be outdoors most days so soon after getting it done. I have sunscreen (cream and stick) that I'll definitely be using on it, but what about bug spray? I'm a magnet for the nasty things, and don't want to ruin anything Edit: changed date to the correct month submitted by /u/cheesy_taco- to r/tattooadvice [link] [comments]
r/tattooadvice cheesy_taco- May 24, 2026
[Embark] Update 1.29.0 live! Patch Notes
Raiders! It seems the rumors are true. After long avoiding traveling below ground, the Nomadic Envoys have arrived in Speranza. On the hunt for valuable gear and weaponry, these mysterious members of the nomadic tribe are offering deals you can't find anywhere else. What's New? New Trader - Nomadic Envoy One of a group of Nomadic Envoys, Ermal, has made camp in Speranza, bringing with him a range of tempting Topside trades. Raiders who have reached Level 25 can barter high-value ARC materials and any stockpiled rare weapons in exchange for lucrative offerings: Expanded Stash space (resets post-expedition) Expedition Vault access - Enabling Raiders to safely store up to 5 of their most prized items for retrieval post-Expedition Ermal also offers a variety of weekly rotating trades: Cosmetics Blueprints Raider Tokens Gameplay and progression items, including items for current Raider projects Ermal will return weekly with new offerings as he liaises with his fellow Nomads. Catch his latest deals before he departs! Dev Note: Ermal’s prices will be set higher during his first week, we plan to adjust them based on data and your feedback. For the first week, a single Stash expansion and 5 expedition vault spaces will be available to gather initial feedback and give us a chance to adjust prices before adding more space. Offers will rotate in and out, if you missed one of the offers this week, they may appear in a future stock rotation. New Grenade Launcher - The Rascal Tian Wen has been tinkering in her workshop again… Meet the Rascal, the latest addition to your arsenal for tackling armored ARC threats. Lightweight, compact, and easy to carry, this unconventional launcher packs a punch despite its… quirks. While it’s slower to reload, and a bit unpredictable on the aim, the Rascal shines as a reliable side-arm for those who want anti-ARC firepower without the risk of lugging around a Hullcracker. And: Mod Improvement: Extended Barrel End of Round Changes The Sandveil Set Facial Hair Style - Sideburns The Sheath Set will be available on June 2nd Patch Highlights Fixed an issue where players would be teleported when standing on destroyed ARC parts. Reduced the power cost of Photoelectric Cloak from 10/s to 5/s. Weapon durability adjustments. Queen and Matriarch will now more often step over things than through them, reducing the amount of times players suffer unfair knockback. Added an option to block players after reporting. An Update on Security and Anti-cheat. Balance Changes ARC Increased the granularity of ARC vision through bushes and smokes, rewarding strategic positioning. Raiders near the edge of cover are now easier to spot, while those deeper in foliage or behind smoke are harder to detect. Improved how ARC perceives sound in open outdoor spaces, while reducing their sensitivity to sounds in indoor environments and those passing through geometry. Firefly Improved how the Firefly applies fire. The effect now matches the visuals more closely, and briefly grazing the flame no longer feels as punishing, reducing the sensation of being hit around corners. Rocketeer When the Rocketeer shoots several missiles at once, they are now consistently spread out over a larger area to prevent unfair situations where multiple missiles hit the same location. Gameplay Reduced the power cost of Photoelectric Cloak from 10/s to 5/s. Augment The Cloud of Renewal effect on the Tactical Mk. 3 (Healing) Augment has been changed to an AoE effect. The Cloud of Renewal healing has been increased from 20 to 45. The cooldown on Cloud of Renewal has been increased from 30s to 45s. Changed the shield capacity on Combat Mk.3 (Flanking) Augment to accept Medium Shields. Dev note: As mentioned in the patch notes for Patch 1.26, we continue to focus our sights on underperforming Augments. In this update, we are making the Tactical Mk.3 (Healing) Augment offer more utility in line with its place as a support-focused Augment. Now you can also heal your allies (and your enemies, if you’re not careful) after being revived. We also increased the survivability potential of the Combat Mk.3 (Flanking) to make it more viable as a flanking combat Augment. Weapons Bettina Base Fire Rate has been increased from 235 to 250. Weapon Durability Adjustments It's been clear that the durability changes in the last patch were felt too much on some weapons. For this update we're targeting the worst offenders that seem to break too quickly, increasing their lifetime to bring them in line with other weapons. We will continue to listen to your feedback and monitor for any pain points that come up around durability in the coming weeks, and continue to adjust accordingly. Weapon Mods Weapon mods can now affect aim-down-sights transition speed for scoped weapons. Extended Barrel: Bullet Velocity Bonus has been increased from 25 to 30%. Increased the damage fall off distance by 15%. Renamed to Extended Barrel III. Added new mesh. Added 2 lower tier variants: Extended Barrel I Extended Barrel II Content and Bug Fixes ARC General Fixed an issue where flying ARC could get stuck. Queen and Matriarch will now more often step over things than through them, reducing the amount of times players suffer unfair knockback. When Raiders first spawn into a session, ARC will be less perceptive of them and less likely to engage. Fixed some instances of ARC spawning in unexpected locations. ARC Turbine Fixed ARC Turbine legs becoming invisible in odd angles. Improved ARC Turbine probability of finding good angles for the legs when landing. Improved ARC Turbine landing positioning to mitigate visual clipping issues. Increased the odds of Raiders getting burned by the ARC Turbine when inside of it. Animation Updated cloth physics on character outfits for more natural movement. Fixed an issue causing some ARC weapon rotations to snap and appear laggy. Fixed an issue where items would clip into Field Crates when picked up while holding a gadget. Fixed the inspect animation for the Metal Detector. Audio Reduced how much sounds are lowered while taking damage. Added a distinct sound when Bastion and Bombardier switch targets. Added comb filtering to footsteps and movement sounds to achieve clearer perception of distance, elevation and movement direction. Improved binaural audio to make it easier to distinguish the height and elevation of sounds. Cosmetics Ongoing work to unify character texture settings for better performance and more visual consistency. Gameplay Players are now immune to stuns while entering a Raider Hatch, preventing interruptions when returning to Speranza. Fixed an issue where downed players could move out of bounds. Fixed an issue where pressing fire during certain actions like dodgeroll or climbing wouldn't buffer fire. General Fixed an issue where players would be teleported when standing on destroyed ARC parts. Fixed an issue where characters could float when disconnecting in mid-air. Fixed an issue where the Expedition timer was not showing the correct duration. Items Agave Juice now Quick Moves into available Quick Use slots instead of the Backpack, and will not be unloaded from Backpack when emptying it. Free loadout Augment sell price: 100 -> 660. Maps General Fixed low-res textures, odd spray paint decals, and a misaligned wall in tunnel and highway areas. Fixed overly dark shading on vent materials to improve visibility. Riven Tides Fixed a balcony structure clipping into a hotel doorway that could block passage. Fixed floating objects and improved rope visuals and physics. Fixed a misaligned balcony in the hotel lobby and missing wall collision at Room 207. Stella Montis Polished environment textures and fixed collision issues. Social Added an option to block players after reporting. Fixed an issue where voice chat could fail when opening the console UI on PS5/Xbox. End of Round Changes Raiders will now be able to see all squad members at the end of the round whether they extracted successfully or not. Interacting with the squad member's name plate will display a range of social actions that can be taken, which include reporting, muting or blocking the player. Players will also be able to immediately leave the squad in the tunnel sequence. Stability & Performance General performance and stability improvements. Fixed an issue that could cause the loading screen to remain stuck. UI Added information to the Crash Mat tooltip to showcase the additional safe fall height gain. Deployable previews now show occluded portions with a striped overlay, making placement easier. Fixed an issue where pinging an ARC Turbine as it entered the map could cause the ping marker to behave erratically. Utility Removed unintended delay after cancelling a Trigger 'Nade throw during which the grenade could not be thrown or triggered. Fixed an issue where throwing grenades could not be cancelled. Cancelling deployment of Pulse Mine or Gas Mine no longer consumes the item. Fixed an issue where the 'Use Zipline' prompt was missing, preventing interaction at close range. Fixed an issue where vaulting could trigger while moving upward or while standing on the ground with the Powered Descender active. Fixed an issue where the Surge Coil would not damage teammates of the player who placed it. KNOWN ISSUES Opening the console menu on PS5/Xbox while matchmaking causes the matchmaking to be cancelled. The Sandveil outfit scarf may appear stretched with long hairstyles clipping through. Players can fall from the map by walking near the wall of the Pilgrim Peak's building. Successful Extraction music plays in the background when the new Trader Introduction video is shown to the player after they return to the main menu. Characters in Squad Walk screen may fail to appear under certain circumstances. Dolabra does not deal damage to training dummies on Practice Range. Pause on an Augment's Regen Effect fails to apply after Player's revival. The throw animation may sometimes fail to play if the player attempts to detonate a Trigger ‘Nade immediately after throwing it. Some localization issues across the UI, including missing text in the settings menu and loading screen quotes. In rare cases purchases might not work in the customization screen, reopen the customization screen to fix it. The Firefly may sometimes disappear after going idle and drop an incendiary grenade. Shredders float to the ceiling in some rooms of the Hidden Bunker. Player animations may appear broken when interrupting a search of the Baron Husk. The Leaper can jump through the ARC Turbine. An Update on Security & Anti-cheat As mentioned recently in our Ensuring Fair Play article, we want to continue improving our anti-cheat solutions and more accurately detect foul play across the Rust Belt. Following a positive rollout in THE FINALS, Denuvo Anti-Cheat will also come to ARC Raiders starting May 19th, initially to a limited player pool, with plans to expand after close monitoring. We will not be using Denuvo's Digital Rights Management (DRM) service, and are working to ensure minimal impact on performance. With Denuvo Anti-Cheat and Anybrain, we are working to strengthen ARC Raiders' systems even further. Keep sending us reports of any information that you believe might help us do so, it's highly appreciated. See you topside Raiders, //Ossen submitted by /u/WoWAltoholic to r/ArcRaiders [link] [comments]
r/ArcRaiders WoWAltoholic May 19, 2026
Best bug spray and why half of them just turn your hair into a mess by the end of the day
Been trying to figure out what actually works without ruining fine hair, and it feels like most advice around the best bug spray completely ignores how it interacts with hair and scalp. For context, this is mostly outdoor use where you are actually moving around, walking, and sweating a bit, not just sitting still for ten minutes. The kind of situations where bugs are constant and your hair is already prone to getting flat or greasy. After dealing with this a few times, a couple things started to stand out. Spray drift is worse than expected Most bug spray does not just stay on your skin. If you are spraying around your neck or shoulders, some of it ends up in your hair whether you notice it or not. With fine hair, that shows up immediately as heaviness or that slightly sticky feel. It is not always obvious at first, but after an hour or two your hair just feels off. Oils and hair do not mix well A lot of formulas have that slightly oily base so they stick better to skin. That same thing weighs down fine hair really quickly. Even a small amount can make it look flat or clumped, especially around the front or sides where it is closest to application areas. It is one of those things that makes a spray feel like it is working, but your hair pays for it. Where you apply it matters more than what you use Spraying directly near your hairline almost guarantees it ends up in your hair. Applying it to your hands first and then placing it more carefully on exposed skin tends to help, even though it takes a bit more effort. It is slower, but it avoids that accidental overspray that messes everything up. Light formulas feel better but fade faster The sprays that do not ruin your hair tend to feel lighter and dry quicker. The tradeoff is they usually do not last as long, especially once you start sweating. So it becomes a choice between something that holds up but affects your hair, or something that feels better but needs reapplying. Hair reacts differently than skin Something can feel completely fine on your skin and still make your hair feel greasy or stiff. Fine hair shows everything, so even a small amount of residue becomes noticeable. This is probably why a lot of bug spray that works great for others feels annoying if you have finer hair. What actually seems to work better From what has worked so far, the better approach tends to be keeping spray away from the hairline as much as possible using lighter formulas even if they need reapplying applying more carefully instead of spraying everywhere being aware of how much actually ends up in your hair It starts to feel less about finding the best bug spray overall and more about finding one that does its job without wrecking your hair in the process. Curious if anyone here has found something that actually holds up outside but does not leave that sticky or flat feeling in fine hair by the end of the day. submitted by /u/VisualsTough to r/finehair [link] [comments]
r/finehair VisualsTough May 15, 2026
Having to do the unthinkable… Please help me find a home that can give my big dumb baby the life he deserves.
After a bitter divorce, and an abandonment of a previously agreed upon custody arrangement, I am coming to the brutal conclusion that I have to rehome my absolute loverboy. I have fought tooth and nail to keep him, but I can no longer give him the life he deserves as I navigate financial and occupational instability. About Cashew: -Born 11/07/22 & currently 70lbs -Task trained therapy dog, ultimately failed due to his overwhelming enthusiasm for new people. He’s too much of a lover for his own good. -Absolute angel with small children; extensive training around little ones has made him an incredible nanny-dog. -Adores people and attention but has little to no separation anxiety. -Very low activity needs; he’d always prefer sleeping on the couch or cuddling with his head on your lap than anything else. -Great with dogs; too intense for anxious cats but has never displayed prey drive with birds, bugs, or squirrels. -Dietary allergies; requires hydrolyzed Rx food (which would be provided) and antihistamines (loratadine 2x daily; also provided) -Does best with German Ears; his ears can act up if not consistently shaved for maximum airflow. -NUETERED! He cannot be bred for doodle purposes. -Slow but diligent learner, he’s sweeter than he is smart, but knows all commands and walks like a dream on leash with treats and occasional redirection. -Housebroken, and occasionally “too well” as he will hold it all day until he can go in his preferred spots outside. Requirements: -Experienced with poodles and understands grooming and coat needs. I would provide Natures Specialties VantaBlack shampoo, Plum Silky conditioner, Quicker Slicker grooming spray as well as grooming tools and a HV dryer for home grooming. -Ideally a home with children. -He has lived primarily in apartments, so any outdoor space would be welcomed but not essential. -Stable income to support his dietary and grooming needs. Cash has been absolutely and irrefutably cherished for his entire life. Thousands of dollars have been spent on his training and developmental success. I cannot believe that I am in this position, but I am trying to take comfort in the thought that I have raised this wonderful boy through the chaos of puppyhood and poodle adolescence so that a family may enjoy the fruits of my labor. He is the perfect dog. Occasionally pesky, but only in the sweetest ways. If allowed on the bed, he will have to be dragged out in the morning to eat or relieve himself. He’s truly the most affectionate dog I’ve ever known. I am across the country from any and all support systems, having moved to UT with my ex wife, so I truly have no one to help. submitted by /u/speakclearly to r/SaltLakeCity [link] [comments]
r/SaltLakeCity speakclearly May 14, 2026
[Embark] Riven Tides - Patch Notes 1.25.0
Raiders, Scout reports have been returning from Riven Tides. Fragments of observation logs, faded photographs, and footage of the coast have finally made their way back to Speranza. It’s now time for you to check it out for yourself. Explore the abandoned shoreline, traverse the Exodus port, and experience the lost luxury of the Panorama Azzurro hotel. This is the Rust Belt, and it’s not going to be easy. Other Raiders are already on the scent of fresh loot, and a new floating ARC machine has been seen patrolling the skies. What it’s doing, and how to counter it, is for you to find out. Enable marketing cookies to watch this video. Watch on YouTube What’s New? Riven Tides Map Beachcombing Map Condition New minor Map Condition, exclusive to Riven Tides Search for buried treasure on the beaches of Riven Tides, just make sure you have the right tool for the job and be prepared for unexpected discoveries. New Enemy - ARC Turbine Expedition Window New Items Epic Gadget - Powered Descender Uncommon Throwable - Crash Mat Common Deployable - White Flag Common Gadget - Dockmaster’s Detector New Player Project - Avian Alarm Last Resort Event: Earn merits by Collecting ship models and via XP across the different maps to earn rewards "Wind Sprite" Ship Model "Twilight Compass" Ship Model "Velocity" Ship Model "Sirena Dorata" Ship Model "Leviathan's Crown" Ship Model Trials Season 4 The Solare Set The Rachetta Set New Augment: Tactical Mk.3 (Smoke) Dev note: With the addition of another Tactical Augment in this patch it is worth stating that we are aware that some Augments, particularly the Combat Augments, are not performing as well in their roles as we would like. We are working on a general balancing pass for Augments to buff some of those that are underperforming, most especially the Combat Mk. 3 (Flanking) Augment which has yet to find its place to shine. It is also a goal to develop the full roster of Augments to ensure that all categories are well represented. Patch Highlights: Trigger ‘Nade balancing Repairing changes Bettina Buff Balance Changes Weapon Economy Adjustments The weapon economy has increasingly started looking more and more unbalanced, where players engaging in heavy PVP have to make a lot of difficult decisions around their weapons while the most friendly players have ended up in a chronic state of weapon accumulation. We want to balance this out so that all players are challenged by weapon attrition, as well as introducing new ways to combat it. New feature: Repair on upgrade Weapon upgrading becomes very expensive when you feel like you have to repair the weapon beforehand, making it less accessible than we would like. To give more ways to repair low durability weapons and elevate the upgrade loop: Upgrading weapons will now repair 25% of the weapons max durability Weapon drop & durability We're reducing weapon spawn around the outskirts of the maps to increase value and tension of high tier areas and locked rooms. We're also increasing the range of durability a weapon can spawn with, as well as reducing the average outside of locked rooms. This should be easily recouped by the new repair on upgrade. Avg durability on spawned weapons: 50 -> 30 These changes mean that you might find a weapon on the outskirts with 15 durability but will still find weapons around 60 durability in locked rooms. Weapon durability loss on shot We've heard a clear frustration that maintaining high tier weapons is very expensive compared to the lower tier ones. We want high tier weapons to have more longevity compared to low tier weapons, so we're adjusting durability loss on shot to match this: Common weapons: +75% durability loss on shot Uncommon weapons: +50% durability loss on shot Rare weapons: +35% durability loss on shot Epic weapons: -5% durability loss on shot Legendary weapons: -10% durability loss on shot Weapon durability loss on being knocked out We want heavy PVP to be a viable way to play ARC Raiders, and to align this playstyle with other ways to play, we're reducing durability loss on weapons when a player is knocked out by 50%. Durability loss on weapons of knocked out player: -30% durability -> -15% durability ARC Removed Comets from standard sessions in the Dam Battlegrounds. Reduced Firefly presence heavily in Dam Battlegrounds. Reduced Comet presence in Buried City. Dev note: The addition of Comets and Fireflies raised the difficulty in beginner-oriented sessions a bit too much, and to bring that experience back to the intended level we opted to reduce their presence in the sessions that were affected the most. Gameplay Stella Montis Adjusted Exodus recyclables loot distribution to be more evenly spread across containers. Items Vaporizer Regulator Stack size increased 1 -> 3 Trigger 'Nade Dev Note: You can no longer throw a new grenade at the same time as triggering a previously thrown one, and will instead have to wait for the animations to finish. This should reduce Trigger 'Nade spam by increasing the delay between each grenade, and effectively remove the ability to prematurely detonate a second grenade with the first one. Added a 1s delay after using the throw action, before allowing the next throw/trigger action Added a 1.3s delay after using the trigger action, before allowing the next throw/trigger action Photoelectric Cloak Increasing weight of Photoelectric Cloak from 1 -> 3 to bring it more in line with its rarity/cost. Increased Power use rate from 2.5/s to 10/s Dev Note: The Photoelectric Cloak has been quite aggressively over-performing, especially in regards to the length of time it can be activated. This change is intended to add more intentionality between uses; it still has the same strength while activated, but now you might need to find cover sooner, or think more about how you approach areas heavily contested by ARC. Weapons Bettina Balancing Dev Note: The Bettina has been buffed to push it closer to its rarity. The base damage and damage against ARC armor has been increased to get more value out of each bullet, but the base fire-rate has also been reduced. The dispersion has been adjusted to support firing the weapon in longer bursts before losing accuracy, and the stack size of heavy ammo has also been increased to make it less punishing to bring the ammo you need. These changes should make each shot matter more, while also providing the ability to land more shots if you control your bursts well. Base Damage increased from 14 to 16 Base Fire-Rate reduced from 285 to to 235 Per Shot Dispersion reduced by around 40% (Making it bloom slower) Dispersion Recovery Time improved by around 30% Damage against ARC armor increased by around 33% Heavy Ammo Stack Size increased from 40 to 60 Content and Bug Fixes ARC General Fixed aim assist not targeting leg joints and weak spots on Bastion, Bombardier, Queen, and Matriarch. Fixed an issue where Vaporizer and ARC Surveyor patrols could stop moving until alerted. Fixed an issue where ARC enemies did not react to nearby breaching sounds. Bastion Fixed a bug where the Bastion could be too accurate when switching targets mid-fire. Vaporizers Added to more maps and conditions. Animation Emotes We have reworked the emote system to allow even more emotes to be played while running. Give it a try! Audio General Fixed a potential crash related to voice-over data. Fixed an issue where Trader voice lines at the start of a round could trigger too frequently. Updated voice effects for cosmetic helmets. Fixed an issue where emote previews in the Store could play without their voice lines. Fixed an issue where footstep sounds could stop playing. Fixed footstep and impact sounds on various surfaces (e.g. bridges) that were playing the wrong surface audio. Emotes Fixed an issue where objective and emote sounds could persist or double after reconnecting to a match; audio now stops correctly. Voice Chat Added a noise suppression option for voice chat for clearer communication. Fixed voice chat breaking after opening platform UI. Cosmetics & Customization Character Customization Fixed an issue where facial hair and face masks could briefly glitch when changing faces or outfits. Gameplay General Fixed a bug where deployables could be placed inside extraction elevators before they opened. Fixed an issue where bullets would spawn from an incorrect position when shooting while standing on rotating or movable objects (e.g., Rocketeer debris). Fixed an issue where the "Death from Above" achievement could be completed by standing on destroyed Rocketeer parts. Expedition Fixed an issue where players signed up for an Expedition would not depart as scheduled. Introduced a late departure option. Items Binoculars Fixed an issue where binocular zoom levels did not work. Zipline Fixed an issue where entering a zipline from above could cause fall damage and could push the player into the ground when attaching. Fixed an issue when zipline anchors would sometimes end up invisible upon placement. Vita Spray Fixed an issue where using Vita Spray to simultaneously heal self and others increased healing speed. Maps The Blue Gate Fixed multiple environment issues: Corrected floating/clipping props. Restored wind damage and indoor/outdoor detection. Resolved severe culling near the church. Addressed a spot where players could get stuck under an ARC wreck. Fixed an issue where some supply call stations couldn't be interacted with. Buried City Fixed spots where players could clip through walls and resolved some flickering on roofs. Fixed an issue where some supply call stations couldn't be interacted with. Fixed an issue where players could take shield damage inside a building during Hurricane. Removed a problematic zipline in Old Town. Spaceport Fixed places players could get stuck, improved collision near the Launch Towers, and resolved texture flickering. Fixed an issue with multiple ladders in the trench where players could end up launching themselves high up in the air. Dam Battlegrounds Fixed multiple environment issues, including: A stuck spot near the cargo elevator. Clipping trees. Floating grass. Misaligned cafeteria props. Incorrect concrete materials. Fixed several common stuck spots to improve navigation. Movement Crouch movement speed is now capped to forced walk speed when using items. Fix an issue where heavy landing could be triggered at incorrect times. Performance Further general performance improvements. Upgraded Intel XeSS to SDK version 3.0.0. Reduced rubber-banding when reaching the edge of the playable area. Quests Fixed an issue where eliminations with the Seeker Grenade did not count toward progress in the "Safe Passage" quest. Social Added a popup when trying to use Voice Chat when in a PlayStation Party, as they cannot be used at the same time. Report reasons are now flattened instead of a dropdown, displaying all the reporting options available more clearly. Stability Fixed a server crash that could happen after a round ended, particularly when players disconnected and reconnected. Fixed issues around missing an Expedition departure that could make the game unresponsive on load or cause your character to appear missing. Fixed a rare crash that could occur when certain items triggered visual or audio effects. Fixed a crash that could occur with certain outfits UI General Enabled multi-select in inventory by default on Project screens. Updated scrollbar styling in the customization panel. Added challenge previews to the practice range so you can review challenge details before starting. Gave crafting suggestions priority over recycle suggestions when trying to acquire resources. Fixed “Ping Destination” sometimes displaying the wrong message in text. Expedition Updated the departure screen with a progress bar that tracks your Expedition quest and added catch-up information. Moved the sign-up status to the left side of the main menu and reduced how many Quests and Feats are shown. Updated the Late Departure notification to display only the number of rewards and catch-up rewards. The progression display no longer shows the final step. Moved and updated the sign-up status widget in the menu to fit the new carousel layout. Fixed an issue where the Expedition screen could fail to advance to the final stage after completing Step 5, causing the Departure view and Skill Points progress to be missing. Fixed an issue where quest tracking could appear in the map menu for players who hadn’t started an Expedition. Updated text on the Expedition explanation screen for clarity. Added a countdown timer and refined visuals to the Confirm Departure prompt in Expeditions. The Expedition screen now displays the timer across all steps for clearer progress tracking. The Expedition About page now shows only Expedition Rewards and no longer displays skill points. Enabled step previews in Expeditions Fixed Expedition quest titles, descriptions, and objectives not displaying correctly in the departure screen and tracker. Added proper departure notification and corrected Expedition icon behavior. Projects Fixed an issue where using a controller in the Projects screen could prevent returning to reward previews after selecting the Close button. Event preview now shows the project button only when the event is active and unlocked. Fixed an issue where project goals could appear selected when previewing future or past steps in the Projects screen. Fixed an issue where the Seasonal Project panel in the Home menu could show an outdated step. Inventory Added a Show/Hide Tooltip prompt to the Inspect tab in the Inventory. Surge Coil Fixed the Surge Coil tooltip to correctly display the actual range of the item (10m) instead of the very wrong number it had before (75m). Emote Wheel All emote wheel slots can now be rebound to any emote. Added a button to reset the emote wheel to default state on the emote selection screen. Raider Den Fixed an issue where the weapon display sometimes didn't account for all stash slots. Workshop Fixed an issue where the Acquire Resources menu could show suggestions from locked Workshop stations. VFX Bullet holes will now properly follow any shot moving object. Reduced visual popping on character clothing when changing camera distance, improving consistency during movement and zoom. Improved the visual effect of the ARC Surveyor beam that calls in the Assessor. KNOWN ISSUES In rare cases purchases might not work in the customization screen, reopen the customization screen to fix it. The Firefly may sometimes disappear after going idle and drop an incendiary grenade. Shredders float to the ceiling in some rooms of the Hidden Bunker. ARC may spawn inside the geometry on The Dam. Flying ARC may sometimes appear stuck in idle. ‘Purchase Raider Tokens’ page may appear in front of the inbox and profile page when switching between them. Player animations may appear broken when interrupting a search of the Baron Husk. The “On the Radar” Quest can not be completed on Riven Tides. Visual issue when looking at “Crash Mat” in spectator mode. The Leaper can jump through the Turbine. The Event Skin Preview incorrectly displays post round event progress. The Rachetta outfit is missing some of the color details displayed in promo material, will be amended in future patch. submitted by /u/WoWAltoholic to r/ArcRaiders [link] [comments]
r/ArcRaiders WoWAltoholic Apr 28, 2026
Are bugs around an outdoor enclosure an issue?
I have a lot of mosquitos swarming over my outdoor enclosure anytime it’s over 50 degrees F outside despite dumping the water every night when I bring them inside. There’s no standing water nearby. My turtles are 2025 babies plus one who lived in an apartment without lighting or heat for her first two years, so they’re used to being indoors, and I don’t have a lid on the enclosure yet that I trust against nocturnal predators, so they come in every night and when the weather is not agreeable. I have a citronella candle, but I’m hesitant to spray anything that could harm the turtles (or hummingbirds or butterflies in my garden). Are mosquito repelling plants turtle friendly or helpful? I have raised beds nearby that I can plant stuff in if it’ll help, but the plants are not turtle friendly. Are the mosquitoes an issue for the turtles or just for me? Are any bugs a problem? I imagine in nature that they would encounter all kinds of bugs, right? They spend a lot of time buried. Am I overthinking this? submitted by /u/MissionIndividual203 to r/Boxturtles [link] [comments]
r/Boxturtles MissionIndividual203 Apr 22, 2026
Bug spray for baby?
My daughter is 9 mo and will be 13 mo at the end of the summer. We are starting to see the bugs come out in the northeast. What mosquito repellant worked best for your baby? Ideally it would repel ticks too. I am VERY picky about spray for myself because I am one of those lucky people who get absolutely mauled by mosquitos. At outdoor events when other people maybe get a bite or two, I will literally get 50+ bites if I don’t saturate myself in DEET. I am worried my daughter will be like me (she is indeed a sweetie pie 😂), so I am looking for a very effective infant product. If you used DEET on your ~1 year old, which spray did you choose? Thanks! submitted by /u/autumnleaves987 to r/NewParents [link] [comments]
r/NewParents autumnleaves987 Apr 21, 2026
I see houses for sale with an open, outdoor layout. How do they keep the bugs out?
I frequently browse these gorgeous houses in different parts of the US. A lot of them have these enormous doors that slide to the side and completely open the wall to the outdoors. Typically these houses have lots of wall/doors like this. Plus they have giant open windows. Clearly they were designed to be blend inside and outside together. With a setup like this, where I live, I would have a large amount of mosquitos, wasps, yellow jackets, and other assholes in my house all the time. Do parts of the country not have this problem? Or do these people use some kind of magical way to keep the bugs out that I don’t know about? (Or do they just spray large amounts of super powerful and toxic pesticides within a one mile radius of their house?) submitted by /u/Recent_Mirror to r/NoStupidQuestions [link] [comments]
r/NoStupidQuestions Recent_Mirror Apr 12, 2026
Outdoor lighting and bugs…
Hey yall, so last night I went out to film some stuff at night and brought two Smallrig lights. It never occurred to me that this would happen but there were like hundreds of bugs swarming around my soft boxes. So may that they were showing up in the footage. Besides bug spray, have any of yall come up with any solutions to keep bugs away from your lights? submitted by /u/Grouchy_Panda8683 to r/cinematography [link] [comments]
r/cinematography Grouchy_Panda8683 Nov 4, 2025
Where my open air gang at
Our setup’s been going 2+ years strong in the PNW! Bird/squirrel watching is a good way to spend time between sets. Edit: more info This was all DIY except for the concrete slab. I think paying a pro for that is worth the money ($3,500). All in (slab, lumber & equipment) it was ~$8.5k, which would’ve been about 3 years of dues at our old gym. Decided it was worth it! Build Slab: 13'x15' Workout area: 12'x14' All treated lumber Posts/knee joints are 6x6s with Simpson Strong-Tie Bases (CPT66Z) 2x6s for the rafters/beams 2x2s for the purlins 8’ corrugated galvanized steel roof panels Horse stall mats from Tractor Supply Co are the perfect base Titan T-3 rack and plates REP bench, kettlebells, plyo box and bands Cap THE BEAST bar Bowflex dumbbells Weather, Elements & Rust We’re fortunate to have some surrounding trees that block some wind/rain, but it does come in. We keep the dumbbells/kettlebells under a tarp, and a wide construction squeegee is great for clearing excess water from the mats. Working out in 34 degrees when rain’s hitting the roof may be an acquired taste 😂 but once you’re warmed up and in a rhythm it feels (and sounds) fantastic. So far so good on rust. The gear stays pretty dry on its own, but we'll wipe it down if it gets too soggy. I've also been doing a deep clean each summer. A large shop broom is perfect for clearing leaves, pollen, etc. Animals & Bugs Spiders and webs are a minor annoyance. I usually take a mobility band and use it like nunchucks to clear any webs in the way. We get some mosquitoes in August/September evenings. If you have a deterrent other than bug spray that actually works, please lmk! There's some bird poop every now and then, but the mats are super easy to spray/wipe down. All in all the fresh air and outdoor ambience greatly outweigh these inconveniences. One time I was doing a plank and a sparrow flew right under me as it chirped! submitted by /u/jakariwus to r/homegym [link] [comments]
r/homegym jakariwus Sep 18, 2025
Suggestions for feral cat-safe bug spray?
I feed a feral cat, and outdoor food is becoming an issue because of bugs. The cat tends to visit at night, so when I go out in the morning to clean up his dish, there are roaches all over any leftovers. What are some cat-safe things you all use to dissuade pests? submitted by /u/Lotus2024 to r/Feral_Cats [link] [comments]
r/Feral_Cats Lotus2024 Sep 18, 2025
Bug spray was used without my knowledge
Ok, so this was used in my house yesterday without me knowing even though I've said NUMEROUS TIMES that it's dangerous to my tarantulas. The second picture shows where it was used in relation to where my Tarantulas are. Red shows where it was used and purple is where the tarantulas are. It is a contact killer, not a fumigator. It dries quickly. I've read through the instructions and while I'm still pretty pissed about this, I'm hoping we'll be ok?? Can anyone offer any insight, comfort or advice? Thanks submitted by /u/Key-Leg-5495 to r/tarantulas [link] [comments]
r/tarantulas Key-Leg-5495 Jul 26, 2025
Spray for bugs that doesn’t kill frogs
Hey guys, where I live the bugs are out of control, all my windows are coated and have to be pressure washed every other day to keep them from being 70% bug. Every time we open the door we’re fighting about 100 bugs near the light shining through the glass. I want an outdoor insecticide that doesn’t kill frogs, I like frogs. Strongest shit I can get that doesn’t kill frogs, please lol. submitted by /u/Greenb33guy to r/pestcontrol [link] [comments]
r/pestcontrol Greenb33guy Jun 17, 2025
Please help. I sprayed my house with "all natural" bug spray. It's been months and I still get headaches.
Hello, months ago I was having some roach issues around my desk/laptop setup, so I went to Walmart and got some "natural" anti bug spray that was derived from mint oil. I really hate roaches, so I went a little overboard and sprayed the wall, sides of my desk and other places with this spray. Almost immediately I started getting really bad headaches, and even after airing out the place, scrubbing the walls, washing my electronics with literal soap and water, and even getting a new desk, I still got headaches. I decided to use my laptop in other locations and didn't get headaches anymore, and since I was so busy I just continued like that for a few months. Now it's months later, the mint smell is gone, but my family decided to rearrange stuff and got on me for not using my desk since it was "wasted space", so I decided to try using my desk again hoping things would be fine. Unfortunately I started getting headaches again, and it seems that the problem has even spread to my laptop as now I can't use it without getting headaches, and even my phone as I set it on my laptop a few times. What do I do? I'm at a loss and can't really afford to throw everything out and get new stuff right now. The offending spray is attached in pics. submitted by /u/Lonely-Ad-2343 to r/AskChemistry [link] [comments]
r/AskChemistry Lonely-Ad-2343 Jun 8, 2025
Bug Spray
Hello I plan on spending this spring and summer camping with my family buy over the years I have developed being allergic to mosquitoes. my father also has this and some others on his side, so it’s not very uncommon to see but my problem lies on I cannot find a bug spray that works. I have tried many throughout the years and it seems like it does close to nothing. My skin tends to swell up and I get crazy itchy in the whole body part that gets bit and then I will mostly scar afterwards. I want to spend this summer enjoy enjoying the outdoor outdoors and would appreciate any recommendations. I live in Nebraska where there are a lot of horseflies also and I didn’t know if they made bug spray that can combat their bites, they hurt a lot lol. submitted by /u/Mediocre_Unit5522 to r/camping [link] [comments]
r/camping Mediocre_Unit5522 Apr 1, 2025
What are some Environmental degrees and careers that don't require you to go outdoors/bug heavy places?
I love the outdoors, knew since I was 12 that I wanted to work in environmental field but the outdoors doesn't love me. I have SEVERE allergic reactions to mosquito bites, to the point where I have to go to the hospital every time I get bit and end up temporarily paralyzed. When I was younger I could manage the severe reactions but the allergy is getting worse with age, the doctors are still figuring out why I am having these severe reactions. According to doctors, if I ever get bit on the nose, mouth or throat, I can literally suffocate to death which sucks because mosquitos ARE SO GODDAMN COMMON. Literally a few days ago I was working in a conservation area, got bit on my thumb even though I was fully covered with clothing and had a ton of bug spray on and now my hand and arm up to my elbow is still paralyzed and infected somehow even though I never scratched it and kept it clean. No medicines work, I just got to thug it out until the extreme swelling goes away which takes a week at least. Anyways is it even worth it to go into the environmental field when I need to avoid the outdoors as much as I can? I still like learning about the environment even if I can't work outside a lot cause the doctors told me to avoid going outside as much as possible. I'm about the age where I have to start applying to universities and many programs I used to be interested in are field course heavy and now I'm realizing that's probably gonna land me a bunch of hospital trips. I kinda dislike GIS/coding, I can learn some if I have too but I won't be too happy with it. I'm interested in Environmental Law and I think I won't have to go outdoors with that career but I'm worried I will struggle to make income as I heard working for a good guys gives you a bad salary. What degree should I even do if I want to go into environmental law before law school? I live in southern Ontario btw and don't want to move out too far out of this area for University. submitted by /u/quartz_lemon to r/Environmental_Careers [link] [comments]
r/Environmental_Careers quartz_lemon Aug 18, 2024
Outdoor bug repellent while eating? Not a bug spray…
I am looking for some kind of product that can help keep bugs (mostly mosquitos and bonus points if it helped with bees) away while we’re eating outside. I’ve seen a variety of citronella coils, traps, special fans, different types of candles, etc. I’m wondering if anybody has had luck with a long lasting solution? Thanks! submitted by /u/Alert_Ninja_6369 to r/BuyItForLife [link] [comments]
r/BuyItForLife Alert_Ninja_6369 May 7, 2024
Random creep has been keeping me from enjoying my hobby out in public.
I am not The OOP, OOP is u/ComfortableMoment682 Random creep has been keeping me from enjoying my hobby out in public. Originally posted to r/TwoXChromosomes Thanks to u/soayherder for suggesting this BoRU TRIGGER WARNING: harassment Original post Apr 19, 2024 I recently picked up a new hobby of wildlife photography and have been enjoying it a lot. I only get to do it on the weekends due to my work schedule and being a parent to a teen- so the days I get to go are my savior. I like to go to a certain park, sit, enjoy the solitude and just watch and take pics. A lot of photographers frequent this park and I’ve spoken with them and everyone is super friendly- except one dude… Every spot I go to- his dumb car parks next to me and he just sits there. He will say a few words here and there but mainly, he just sits in silence watching me. He’s a photographer also. I don’t get the sense he’s trying to kill me- it’s a very public space and I never am anywhere that others aren’t around pretty close. But he’s fucking pissing me off bc it’s about the only alone time I get also and he’s ruining that for me. If I move to another spot, he always ends up following me over there. He will eventually leave after about 15 minutes of me failing to acknowledge his presence but the more I think about it, the madder I get because it’s making me not want to go to that park anymore and also because I know damn well he wouldn’t be stopping if I was a dude. And it’s not like he’s taking pics while he’s chilling next to me- I’ve only seen him take a couple pictures. The rest of the times he’s been up my ass non stop. This is what you get for even saying hi to someone!!!! I feel bad bc so many other guys I meet at this park are nothing but respectful and thus asshole is making it to where I feel like I can’t talk to anyone without giving them the idea they can annoy the shit out of me for some female attention. So my question is- what are some creative ways I can tell him to go fuck off without pissing him off badly enough where he may get aggressive? You literally never know these days. I assume he’s harmless but even harmless ones don’t take well to being embarrassed by a woman. RELEVANT COMMENTS SueBeee I am sorry this is happening. If this doesn't sum up what it's like being a woman I don't know what does. OOP Right! A friend of mine paints outside- it’s her specialty. She gets harassed by men all the time. She’s had to pack up mid painting and leave which ruins her work completely bc the landscape she’s painting outside is her subject and without that reference she can’t finish. She literally had a guy sit there and watch her paint for 20 min in silence over her shoulder until she just packed up and left. Makes me so mad. ~ desertsidewalks Is there a park ranger or similar nearby? Just report him. Don't second guess it. Take a picture of his license plate and report him. OOP There is! Good call. Thanks for validating my thought that this behavior should be taken seriously. It’s like men always blame us for “ruining their fun” and I hate to be the only female photo hobbyist at the park and now on top of that, I’m tattling on men for “innocent banter” (that’s how they always spin it). But at the same time, he’s obviously crossed the line of friendly banter and is making me feel uncomfortable. I haven’t been in a week and am going back tomorrow. If I see him there I will get a pic of his plate and report him. I already know if he is there he’s gonna stop so it will be a perfect chance to snap a pic ~ thehotmcpoyle I think speaking to the ranger is a fantastic idea, just to let them know how uncomfortable this guy is making you feel. And if he’s doing it to you, maybe he’s doing it to others too. Hopefully this can be resolved quickly so you can fully enjoy your time at the park. If you feel like sharing an update, I’m sure lots of us would love to know how things go for you. OOP I definitely will! The plan is to go tomorrow morning and Monday, so I’ll def update if I see him there. Hopefully it was a one time thing and I’ll never see him again- or he’s a creep and shows up just to see if I am there. It’s like one of two ways w these dudes. I felt like he showed up Sunday to see if I was there bc the second he saw my car- he pulled up next to me and stopped. So I’ll for sure provide an update once I have one!! Thank you all for the advice OOP Updated the next day Apr 20, 2024 UPDATE!! He is here and of course, keeps showing up at every spot I go to. He did stop for a second and I got out and made it obvious I was writing his plate numbers down. He instantly drove off without saying a word. I am still here- and the lake is a big loop so I keep passing him and he keeps waving and slowing down but I just keep going. Anytime I see him behind me, I pull over and get right behind him. I think he’s got the hint I want him to leave me alone bc now all of the sudden, he’s bugging some other photographers. Taking pics of what they are taking pics of- of course. I will be reporting him to the ranger and posting him on the local Facebook page. Thank you all for the invaluable advice!!!! It’s really shitty when you think about how many fun activities us women can’t participate in bc of losers like this. OOP Has Appeared in the Comment Thread First OOP made a comment that only shows on her page Hey! l'm the OP of this post and it's funny you mention this. I ended up having to delete my entire Facebook account due to this incident. I believe this man saw me in that group ( comment frequently) and possibly showed up hoping he'd find me which he did. I don't know why else he would just instantly start following me around- I just got a really bad vibe about him. When I went back the next day and he was there (before I reported) he was purposely parking at the spots in the park that had baby geese because he knew that's what I was filming. It was sick behavior and I'm afraid if I go back and se him again I might do something stupid bc l'm so mad. He took that spot away from me. Permanently. I ended up reporting him and I saw a police officer patrolling the park not long after- unsure if there is a connection but I haven't been back to the park. I now have to go to one that's an hour drive but it's worth it to feel safer. Back to the Facebook account- the other day I commented on a group I'm in regarding a diff park 2 hours away. I got an instant message on Facebook from an older man who had a profile pic w his wife in it. I assumed he was referring to a comment I made about the other park, because he opened with "if you have questions about where to find wildlife let me know" so I asked him if he knew of any active fox dens? He said yes and told me they were in that SAME PARK THE STALKER WAS BUGGING ME AT. Not the park I was talking about in my comment. He goes "'I'll take you and show you where to find the best birds" I instantly blocked and deleted my entire Facebook page. A month ago, I had commented that I had been looking for wood ducks at first park (where I can't go anymore). This man (the one who DM me) had commented he would show me and I ignored it. So a month later he starts messaging me and saying he's gonna show me where the best birds are? Freaked me out and made me feel like he's been watching my activity on FB. Maybe l'm just being paranoid but I'm playing it safe and I made a new account with my dad's picture and a fake name of Rick" so I look like an older man, and re joined the groups. Unfortunately, I am a pariah in these wildlife photography spaces. Everyone in my group is a male over the age of 60. I've never seen a single female in my groups- not one. It's just me. So my comments stick out like a sore thumb and so does my presence at these spots. I need to figure out a way to keep myself safer. If I have to give up this hobby it will end me. I love this so much and I'm good at it and I don't want to be "scared" out of a space I deserve to be in. I got a fog horn and pepper spray. I don't leave my car often at all anymore- so I'm at the mercy of what I can film while in a vehicle. I've considered online dating just to find a man to come with me so I feel safer like we won't sleep together but I'Il at least buy you lunch and you get a fun day of hiking out of it Anyways- didn't expect this to blow up so much but I have gotten nothing but support and I do appreciate every comment. It's sad to see what a universal issue this is for women. We are being pushed out of spaces because some men cannot control their behavior and don't see us as humans enjoying a hobby just like they do. It's like how dare we infringe on a men's space. It's maddening Here You are a true queen, my friend. Bravo 👏 Thank you all for the comments- I am the OP of this post and didn’t expect it to blow up. I commented some more details below but basically I can’t go back to the park. I did report him and saw a cop patrolling not long after but I still don’t feel safe enough to go back. I also had to delete my Facebook account and start a new one posing as an older man using my dad’s photo as my profile so I can still interact in these groups (I get good scoop on where wildlife has been spotted) without fear of harassment from the men. I’m a pariah in this space as the majority of the wildlife photographers in my area are retired white men over the age of 65. I am a young woman and the only woman in my groups who actively photograph/film. The rest are just in the group bc they like the pics. I scoured all the pages for a female photographer I could reach out to and see if they wanted to pair up one day and I couldn’t find a single one. All the female photogs in my area are portrait photographers. I am honestly considering starting a hinge account and looking for a platonic male companion who enjoys outdoors and hiking who can accompany me to these parks lol like, we probably won’t date and I will def not be sleeping with you but I’ll buy you lunch and you’ll get a fun day hiking out of it 😂 Desperate times… THIS IS A REPOST SUB - I AM NOT THE OOP DO NOT CONTACT THE OOP's OR COMMENT ON LINKED POSTS, REMEMBER - RULE 7 submitted by /u/Direct-Caterpillar77 to r/BestofRedditorUpdates [link] [comments]
r/BestofRedditorUpdates Direct-Caterpillar77 Apr 26, 2024
How to repel mosquitoes without bug spray?
Aside from stocking up on enough bug spray to fumigate an entire house, what long-term options are there to deter (and deal with) bug bites? I happen to live in a swampy area with lots of standing water so advice would be appreciated. Edit: Portable options (something you can wear or put on your skin as you move around outdoors) would be appreciated. submitted by /u/Citysurvivor to r/preppers [link] [comments]
r/preppers Citysurvivor Apr 21, 2023
AITA for instituting a STRICT no plants or animals inside the house policy?
My children really wanted pets and so did my partner. They got a mixed breed puppy from the pound and two kittens. As these animals grew, none of the humans in my house did anything to care for them besides play w/ them and cuddle. I got up at 5:30 a.m. to walk the dog before work; I cleaned the kitty litter boxes out, I took them to the vet, I had to buy & serve all their food & cleaned up their eating areas afterward. People would just "forget" otherwise. Naturally, I also had to clean up after them when I'd arrive home & inevitably no one had bothered and there were messes all over the floor. If I "made" my partner or kids do it, they'd half-ass it to the point it where they may as well've not bothered. Same way with plants. Partner wanted house plants & to start indoor herb/vegetable garden. Had fun with it 1st week, then totally ignored. Dead leaves, spilt soil, bugs, etc. now proliferate in the "garden area." If I don't water & groom the plants it doesn't get done. I am busy & these are not my chosen hobbies. I like animals well enough, but they're a lot of work & when they aren't attended to, destroy the house. I grew up with a family that hoarded pets & our house was always nasty & smelly & embarrassing. I swore when I had my own place it would be different. The cats pee/spray everywhere if I can't get to the litter box in time & the dog chews up stuff & leaves big messes on the floor if I don't walk it. I'm the only one who'll walk him when it gets cold. We have a fenced in backyard. I bought a dog house & announced he'll live outside from now on, til they can prove they can take care of him better. Same with the cats. They're now "outdoor kitties" til my humans can show me they're ready for indoor ones. Of course, if the weather is extreme I'll let them in. Plants are all going out. I'M DONE. AITA? New Remarks: Hi. I've read all the responses and am now going to stop with comments back b/c I get the overall consensus. I'm going to copy/paste here what I put in another comment: I have no idea how to "re-home" these adult pets beside Facebook or Craigslist and you don't know really who's going to take them, you don't know anything about the people showing up, they could be going from a bad situation here to even worse. "Rehoming" adult pets is not as easy as everyone is making it out to be. I don't have abundant resources of time or energy to address this; it's causing problems and this is the best solution I can come up with, for now, to calm everybody down. I've tried for over a year to do the best I possibly could for these pets, but I just can't anymore. I don't know know how to "force" other people to do the right thing and be more responsible. Pets aren't just for snuggles and cuddles, they require a lot more attention and devotion. And yes I have tried punishing my children and withholding privileges for lack of care. I told my partner they weren't ready for pets. He brought them home anyway. If finding other homes for them is the best long term solution, then I'll look into that, but I'm not taking them any place they can be put down and I don't want them walking away with just whoever. I have a nice, landscaped backyard with a big, covered deck and patio where he'll have a dog bed in addition to the dog house I bought, and the cats will have little cat cozies, too; it's not like I'm tossing them into the jungle. We live in a temperate climate and of course I'll bring them inside when the weather's inclimate. Where I live, which is in a "countryfied" area where most people have a great deal of lot acreage and live down private dirt roads, it is not unusual at all to keep outdoor pets. Many, many people love and care for their pets, but it is very common for them to not have animals in the house. I didn't want it to be like that, but I don't know what else to do. My pets, including the cats, have been indoor/outdoor all their lives, the cats were not exclusively raised indoors. Now those are my excuses, and I won't give any more. I completely understand that many people feel like animals should never live outside. I am listening to everyone here who is saying just give them away, giving them away is better and even to people saying return them to animal control/the pound, where there's a possibility if they aren't adopted they will be euthanized. Even though I do not see it like this. That's definitely the majority opinion here. So, I appreciate all these responses and will give more thought to this. But that's all I have to say for now, and honestly I have gotten some very horrible inbox messages calling me all kinds of names as well as "suicide" warnings so I'm sorry, I have to bow out. I am thankful to those who offered supportive encouragement and alternative ideas, and to those who didn't, well, I put this on the internet and no one forced me to so that's on me. submitted by /u/ravergraver to r/AmItheAsshole [link] [comments]
r/AmItheAsshole ravergraver Sep 25, 2022
Big spider bro who lives in my outdoor area catching a grasshopper. We leave the light on for him to attract bugs and he eats like a king every night. I won't let anyone spray him.
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r/spiderbro GodKingRooster Apr 6, 2021