Archive of UserLand's first discussion group, started October 5, 1998.

Re: Dave vs. the Bees

Author:Geoff Allen
Posted:8/15/2000; 1:29:15 PM
Topic:Dave vs. the Bees
Msg #:19732 (In response to 19727)
Prev/Next:19731 / 19733

Last week I tried the low-tech approach at trapping these guys, by filling a 2-liter with sugar water.

A common homemade trap around here (northern Idaho):

Get a gallon plastic milk carton. Cut a hole near the top, opposite the handle. I don't know if there's an optimal size, but I've seen pretty big holes.

Now, hang a single hot dog on a string hanging down from the top. Pour a little bit of beer in the bottom of the carton, and hang it somewhere. It's not terribly attractive, but I have seen such contraptions catch their share of yellowjackets.

Personally, I just spring for a commercial yellowjacket trap.....




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