How do you get flies out of the van?

[Barbara]

While traveling last month though Spain I had at least 2 flies that would not leave the van, they had a 1000km or so trip with me. Flying around inside as they wished. Sometimes they had friends. I tried opening windows and they would just head to the floor, hide and refuse to leave. If I opened a window when parked or a door to get out one may leave but others came in.

I have considered fly spray but all the aerosols are big. Does anyone know of a small one? Also not sure it is a good idea in a closed space that I am driving in.

Also thought of plugging something in when parked but would that cause the alarm to go off. I was not camping so only left van in car parks.

Not possible to put up nets just for getting in and out, they even get in in while stopping for coffee or just opening the window a bit of air while parked.

Spain has lots of flying insects. Mainly looking to join me or dyeing on the windscreen.

All suggestions welcome.

 

[Meoncoast]

 

[Hawthorn37]

Outdoor Revolution do a insectocutor / rechargeable light combo - very small. Guess you’d need it on when dark in the van. We’ve had one for about a year, but not observed any direct hits on flies.

 

[Meoncoast]

PS not while driving

 

[Wesel]

I use such a device. Virtually essential in some areas, such as near Lake Myvtan in Iceland.

 

[trev0rk]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B079K59XC1/?tag=eliteelect-21

USB charged, and mild purple glow in zapping mode.

Useful in power cuts too.

 

[willwander]

Bug-a-salt, it’s the only way

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[Lambeth Cali]

I use such a device. Virtually essential in some areas, such as near Lake Myvtan in Iceland.
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Same as us. Put it on an hour before going to bed and shutting van door, then unplug it.

 

[Wilso122_t61-coast]

Cordless vacuum cleaner

 

[Joselito]

https://www.amazon.es/dp/B08B86X63D/

Mosquitera lateral - Thais, SL

www.thaissl.com

 

[kurienp]

Bug-a-salt, it’s the only way

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Bug-A-Salt 3.0 Orange Crush Edition

Never misplace your BUG-A-SALT again! This orange model is guaranteed to stand out (even if your wife tries to hide it). The BUG-A-SALT 3.0 is specifically tailored to the needs of the more serious fly hunter. Those who are fluent in handling equipment of this nature will appreciate custom...

www.bugasalt.co.uk

This gets my vote! @Barbara , you know you need this for Christmas!

 

[Webbah_in_Switzerland]

I use a small electric racket from Bloq Insects. Fun to zap the bastards if they dare enter.

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[Corradobrit]

I use a small electric racket from Bloq Insects. Fun to zap the bastards if they dare enter.

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Great for controlling unruly kids too. Win win

 

[Barbara]

Thanks everyone that gives we food for thought for my next trip.

 

[MajE]

I use such a device. Virtually essential in some areas, such as near Lake Myvtan in Iceland.
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Have used many similar to this for years, living in Greece, but use the ones with flat tablets. No mess or risk of spillage and help keep the van fly-free.

 

[Barbara]

Have used many similar to this for years, living in Greece, but use the ones with flat tablets. No mess or risk of spillage and help keep the van fly-free.

I have one for use in my apartment and I had it with me in case it was needed in a hotel but unfortunately on use in van as I need something that does not need mains power. I was staying in hotels so no power to van. Does anyone know if you can get one that runs on USB? I think it may need more power to heat the tablet. I think I will be spaying the van with fly killer as I park up.

No inverter in my van too old (T5)

 

[Borris]

HOW DO YOU GET FLIES OUT OF THE VAN?​

Place a bucket of horse manure in the awning and leave the slider open. Simples.

 

[Klakski]

HOW DO YOU GET FLIES OUT OF THE VAN?​

Place a bucket of horse manure in the awning and leave the slider open. Simples.

But where do I keep the horse in my van?

 

[WelshGas]

I have one for use in my apartment and I had it with me in case it was needed in a hotel but unfortunately on use in van as I need something that does not need mains power. I was staying in hotels so no power to van. Does anyone know if you can get one that runs on USB? I think it may need more power to heat the tablet. I think I will be spaying the van with fly killer as I park up.

No inverter in my van too old (T5)

USB , rechargeable.


https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09QFWS8R8/?tag=eliteelect-21

 

[Borris]

But where do I keep the horse in my van?

You already have one hundred and forty of them under the bonnet. One more shouldn't be a problem.

 

[Corradobrit]

USB , rechargeable.


https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09QFWS8R8/?tag=eliteelect-21

I think they are referring to chemical warfare

 

[WelshGas]

I think they are referring to chemical warfare

Couldn’t find any USB powered vaporisers.

 

[GrannyJen]

Where is everyones humanity?

All this talk of chemical, electrical, power assisted killing methods

I talk to them, ask them nicely to leave.

After that, if they have not gone, I discuss travel plans, ask if they have any relatives in the places I am travelling to, would they not feel lonely turning up somewhere miles from home not knowing anyone?

If still there then I advise them of any spiders that I may have no board, or more menacingly, what I might attract on our shared travels.

If still there I swat the buggers!!! Best use for the caravan club magazine, always have an edition to hand!

 

[yossarian]

You already have one hundred and forty of them under the bonnet. One more shouldn't be a problem.

Interestingly one horse is around 15 horsepower...

 

[Borris]

Interestly one horse is around 15 horsepower...

There'll be no shortage of horse sh1t then!