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Andrus also was high on Thermacell as a potential gift. This could be a stocking stuffer for anyone that spends time outdoors.

“I hate mosquitos,” says Andrus. “If I am turkey hunting in the spring, I won’t leave home without it. It’s the best repellent that I have ever used, and I do a lot of hunting and have tried a lot of products.”

In addition to the portable repeller, there are patio versions (such as around a deck or backyard campfire), backpacking versions, camping versions and more.

I am a big fan of books at Christmas, both hard copy and electronic versions. With that in mind, wildlife photography is not for everyone. It takes dedication, a basic knowledge of the animals you are pursuing, some know-how with photographic gear and how it works, a certain amount of patience … and a little luck. Joel Spring of Ransomville is one of those individuals who is all of the above.

I used to think I was a wildlife photographer but now I know that I am a photographer first specializing in people shots while hunting and fishing. Yes, I will take an occasional picture of a deer, bird, raccoon when the opportunity arises, but to see what is truly involved with being a wildlife photographer, check out Spring’s “Lessons from the Owl Tree.” You will have a much better understanding of what it takes to be one. The cost on Amazon is $2.99 and it can only be found as an e-book. You can find Spring’s other books at www.joelspring.com.

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