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Suzanne Manhart

Frog croaking

Homemade Frog Repellent For Your Yard

April 23, 2023March 12, 2023 by Suzanne Manhart

Are you tired of frogs invading your yard and wreaking havoc? Are you looking for a reliable way to keep them away without resorting to harsh chemicals? Do you want to feel secure knowing there’s no chance of frogs hopping around your property? You’re … Read more

Categories Pests Tags backyard, frogs
Snake in the outdoors

What Does A Snake Hole Look Like

April 23, 2023March 12, 2023 by Suzanne Manhart

Snake holes can vary mainly because they don’t make their own holes. They can’t; they have nothing to dig with. Instead, they take over the homes of animals such as frogs, prairie dogs, and other rodents. They prefer homes ranging anywhere from four inches … Read more

Categories Pests Tags backyard, grdening, snake holes, snakes
Bees in wood

How To Keep Bees Away From Deck

April 24, 2023March 12, 2023 by Suzanne Manhart

Bees can be a nuisance for homeowners, especially when they decide to make their home on the deck. With an ever-growing population of honey bees and other types of pollinators, it’s important as homeowners that we take measures to understand how best to keep … Read more

Categories Pests Tags backyard decks, bees, decks
A Possum in a tree

Can Possums Climb Fences

April 23, 2023February 16, 2023 by Suzanne Manhart

It’s not unusual to see squirrels running on fences, climbing trees, and flying from branch to branch, but what about possums? Can possums climb fences or not? How about opossums? Notice the possum’s front claws and thumbs? They are sharp enough to dig into … Read more

Categories Animals Tags animals, backyard, backyard animals, opossums, possums
Backyard wasp nest

Do Decoy Wasp Nests Work

April 23, 2023February 16, 2023 by Suzanne Manhart

When the weather gets warmer, it becomes easy to want to spend more and more time in the great outdoors – namely, our backyards. We love to attract wildlife – squirrels, birds, and even some insects like super-pollinating sweat bees. Other animals like possums … Read more

Categories Pests Tags backyard insects, backyard wasps, insects, Wasp, Wasp nests
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