Dealing with Scorpions

Aug 06 - Dave Kline, our secretary/treasurer, gave us a most enlightening presentation on the life and habits of scorpions and how to deal with them. Dave says his expertise was obtained from his experience in killing somewhere in excess of 1500 during the past few years. He advised us to seal all cracks in block walls and hunt at night with a black light. He showed us an ingenious way to use duct tape to catch them in the house without leaving a mess. Dave constructed a long pole with a tapered end which is useful for accessing high places. He also suggested using the handle end of a fly swatter to pin their heads and "smear" them. He suggested using "mouse glue traps" at the inside corners of outside doors.  We learned a lot and had a very active discussion.  Thanks Dave.