Why Golf Courses Naturally Attract Mosquitoes
Caribbean golf courses offer some of the most beautiful playing conditions in the world. Unfortunately, many of the same natural features that make these courses so enjoyable also create ideal conditions for mosquitoes. Golf courses are intentionally designed with water hazards, trees, tropical landscaping and natural vegetation. These same features create idyllic playing conditions, but they also provide ideal environments for mosquitoes to thrive. Mosquitoes are simply part of the tropical ecosystem, not a sign that a course is poorly maintained.
Understanding a little mosquito biology helps explain why Caribbean golf courses naturally attract them. Female mosquitoes require standing or slow-moving water to lay eggs. Lakes, ponds, water hazards, drainage areas, and nearby wetlands found on courses all provide potential breeding habitats. After periods of heavy rainfall, common throughout the Caribbean, these water sources become even more favorable for mosquito breeding, allowing populations to increase quickly. Rather than flying long distances, mosquitoes tend to stay close to shaded environments, like tree canopies or areas of dense vegetation, where they can rest. Additionally, peak times for mosquito activity include before sunrise or around sunset. Unfortunately for golfers, these are some of the most popular tee times as golfers try to take advantage of the cooler temperatures.1
Few things break your concentration faster than swatting mosquitoes just before lining up an important putt or tee shot. Fortunately, golfers do not have to choose between enjoying beautiful Caribbean courses and avoiding mosquito bites. Golf rewards patience, preparation, and focus; and mosquito bites shouldn’t become another obstacle between you and a great round. A little preparation before teeing off can make your entire round of golf much more comfortable and enjoyable.
Stay Focused on Your Swing – Not the Mosquitoes
Golfers prepare for almost everything before stepping onto the first tee: checking the weather, choosing the right clubs, applying sunscreen, and staying hydrated. Applying insect repellent should be just as routine. Just as you wouldn’t wait until you start burning from the sun, don’t wait until mosquitoes begin biting before you apply insect repellent. Mosquito prevention works best before exposure. The best insect protection isn’t just effective; it should also last long enough to keep you focused on your game instead of thinking about when to reapply. Choose an insect repellent made for tropical conditions.
IMPEDE is a repellent specifically designed for the Caribbean. Using the patented controlled-release technology, STAYTEC™, IMPEDE provides up to 14 hours of protection from biting insects. IMPEDE is also formulated with the active ingredient, IR3535®, that is proven repel mosquitoes, fleas, sand flies, chiggers, ticks, and no-see-ums, which are many of the biting insects golfers may encounter on Caribbean courses. IMPEDE’s lotion formula is comfortable for all-day wear during hot and humid weather. It is sweat- and water-resistant that won’t leave behind strong odors or a greasy residue. Long-lasting protection with IMPEDE means fewer interruptions and more time focusing on your next shot – not on your insect repellent. Apply IMPEDE repellent before heading to the course to ensure all-day protection from biting insects.
Caribbean golf courses, with their spectacular landscapes, are meant to be enjoyed– not rushed through because of mosquito bites. The best rounds of golf begin long before the first tee shot, and so does effective mosquito protection. By making insect repellent part of your pre-round routine, you can stay focused on your game instead of the mosquitoes around you. With long-lasting protection designed for tropical conditions, IMPEDE helps you enjoy every hole with greater comfort and confidence.