I like a hat or scarf treated with permethrin. DEET is good too. Protect your ankles as well as your neck when exploring because we also have ticks.

Isn't it also accepted if it's oem? Like if purchased or of state and moved here

Thank you, Manchester first and then over by the lakes

I used to live in Meredith - you should be fine there in the first 2 weeks of May from a black fly standpoint. It's not typically very warm that time of year - so long sleeves is fine, though the have been times when it's very warm - as you said - it's New England. As for Manchester - if you're in the central area, you'll have no issue with black flies - as the concrete isn't conducive to black flies. If you are staying anywhere with a lawn (garden) - you'll probably see some black flies in the first half of May.

Thanks, I’m not allergic to the point that I’ll struggle to breath, I just sometimes get quite big swellings from bites that are itchy

Thank you, really appreciate the information. I also seem to repel repellents 😂 but I will continue to read up. Also now looking into information on deer flies….

Last time I went to Chillis half my steak was a blood clot, never again.

The temperature in May in NH can vary from about 50°F (12°C) to 75°F (23°C). Bring a variety of options and layers.

Culver's was barely a half step above mcd

Thank you, we will be visiting some wooded areas and some lakes so this is definitely useful information. Deer flies 😬 sound fun! Any recommendations for natural repellents? Thanks again

Do you need a VT PO Box or something? What is the window tint law in VT?

Depending on where in the state you’re going, the season may or may not be at its peak, but you’re likely to encounter them in May regardless. They breed in running water, not stagnant or still water, so that’s where they’ll be the most. I wear a mosquito net over a hat when I’m working in my garden. Bug sprays help, but they seem to find ears irresistible. Covering up is the best bet, and May isn’t so warm in NH that you’ll be uncomfortable in long pants and shirt sleeves. Edit: also, welcome and have fun!

I'm asking legit questions, not putting forth conspiracy theory. Quick easy solutions are what got this mess started to begin with.

If only there were just one black fly lol

Photovoltaic is not the solution. It's not there yet, but idiots think it's the best. It's made with hazardous materials, except for the really expensive stuff made in the US, takes a ton of space, has a short half life with no feasible way to recycle it. And please don't bitch about least intrusive to the environment like you don't benefit from ecological destructup on and human slavery used to get the materials for lithium batteries, rare earth magnets, and photovoltaic cells.

You do realize that locals are allowed to have a view on this, do you not

Thanks very much for the advice, we’ll be coming up from Boston and staying in Manchester then Meredith, probably spending some time near the lakes. I appreciate the weather is a big factor and that’s also a tricky thing to prepare for because from what I’ve read it’s pretty unpredictable in New England 🙂 I’m assuming long sleeves and pants are fairly typical in May?

Touché

Why are people so fing stupid

I'd probably be described as at least hippie adjacent and probably a yuppie by definition.. If im being honest.... /r/SRTie4k nailed it on the head. Concord's a sweet spot in many ways

Where are you traveling? I find them to be more of a problem in the woods, not my neighborhood.

Ummm if you are that sensitive don't come here during that time

I confess I wore birkinstocks & socks on main street in concord just yesterday....

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Exactly, and if they build this they will have to rewrite this statement to PROVIDED abundant space. And if by volunteer my space they mean pay me prime value I will “volunteer” it.