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AJScott wrote:
Eradincating nests of yellowjackets are the easiest thing in the world.
You just shove a big funnel into the hole during the dead of night (when
they're far less active) and pour a Mason jar full of kerosene into the
funnel and into the hole.

Nothing will ever grow there ever again pretty much and it won't do
anything for your backhand, but you'll instantly get rid of the wicked
little pricks once and for all.

AJS


It's easier and safer to use an insecticide dust. Toss a generous pinch
down the YJ hole or on the nest in the evening when they are inactive.
Because it is a dust instead of a spray, they will get it on their feet and
contaminate the whole nest with it. The entire hive will be dead in a day
or two. Methoxyclor powder works really well. Sevin is probably another
good choice.

Bob