Battling Midges at Buckeye Lake: What You Can Do

If you’ve spent any time outdoors around Buckeye Lake lately, you’ve probably noticed the clouds of tiny flying insects hovering near the water and lights. Those are midges, and while they don’t bite, they can make summer evenings downright unpleasant. Fortunately, there are simple ways to keep them under control — and we’ve got the tools to help.

What Are Midges?

Midges are small, mosquito‑like insects that thrive near water. They’re attracted to light and moisture, which makes lakeside homes and docks prime territory. They don’t sting or carry disease, but they swarm in huge numbers, coating surfaces and buzzing around lights.

Why They’re So Bad Right Now

Warm, humid weather and calm evenings create perfect conditions for midges to hatch and gather. When the lake level is high and vegetation is thick, their numbers spike. That’s why Buckeye Lake residents are seeing more of them than usual this season.

How to Fight Back

Here are three proven ways to reclaim your outdoor space:

1. Create a Breeze

Midges are weak fliers. A steady airflow from a fan — like the EZ‑Chill 18" adjustable fan — keeps them from landing or hovering near you. Set one up on your porch or dock, and you’ll notice an immediate difference.

2. Trap Them Quietly

The DynaTrap insect trap attracts midges with light and carbon dioxide, then captures them without zapping or noise. It’s ideal for patios and outdoor seating areas where you want peace and quiet while reducing the swarm. Set the DynaTrap away from seating areas to draw the bugs away from where you are.

3. Protect Your Garden

While midges themselves don’t harm plants, other insects thrive in the same conditions. Bonide Eight Insect Control Garden Dust helps protect your flowers and vegetables from aphids, beetles, and other pests that appear alongside midges.

Simple Prevention Tips

• Turn off unnecessary outdoor lights at night — midges are drawn to them.

• Keep doors and windows closed or screened.

• Use fans and traps together for the best results.

• Reapply garden dust after rain to maintain protection.

Stop In and Gear Up

We’re seeing the same midge surge everyone’s talking about on the Buckeye Lake Facebook group, and we’re ready to help. Visit our store for fans, DynaTrap units, and Bonide Eight Dust — everything you need to make evenings comfortable again.