A photo of bottle of Sawyer Permethrin with boots in the woods.
A photo of bottle of Sawyer Permethrin with boots in the woods.

Discover the Ultimate Outdoor Protection: Sawyer Permethrin Insect Repellent

Few things are more frustrating than being covered in bug bites after a day outside. The constant itchiness, finding ticks crawling on you and the potential diseases these insects carry can make you want to avoid the outdoors altogether. I used to think that bug spray was the only solution to combat ticks and mosquitoes, but I discovered a game-changing product: Sawyer Permethrin Insect Repellent Treatment for Clothing, Gear and Tents.

Ticks here in northern Utah are usually the worst during snowmelt through mid-July, and if you are anything like me, you spend these next few summer months fly fishing, hiking and camping. Ticks, mosquitoes and biting bugs are a top reason to ruin anyone’s fun in the great outdoors, but after using Sawyer Permethrin to treat my boots, clothes and gear, I was amazed by the results. For the first time, I returned from my trips free of bug bites and ticks.

Continue reading to learn more about protecting yourself with Sawyer Permethrin, written by NWFT.

Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari

Why use a plastic bag when you can simply screw on this end cap, specifically designed for Sawyer water filters?

Mlango wa Zoe
Editor at Backpacker

Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari

In future, I’ll use gravity when I can, and squeeze when I have to.

Richard, aka "LowRange
Hiker

Majina ya Vyombo vya Habari

For longer hikes, it’s convenient to carry a small backcountry water filter, such as a Sawyer Mini or Micro, which allows you to replenish your water from natural sources like streams or ponds.

Philip Werner
Author and Backpacker