I’m outside every day. Here’s how I survive black fly season in Maine.

May 22

BANGOR DAILY NEWS • May 22, 2026

You can expect them to be out from mid-May to mid-June. If it’s warm, they can be out in early May. Don’t bother with anything DEET or a head net. Get a product with picaridin. Currently I’m toting Sawyer and Ranger Ready insect sprays. Good luck out there. ~ Susan Bard

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I’m outside every day. Here’s how I survive black fly season in Maine.

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