How to get rid of flies during a bbq?

Question

I'm getting ready for a BBQ party, and one thing that always bugs me (literally!) is dealing with flies buzzing around the food.

Any DIY solutions on how to get rid of flies during a BBQ? I'd love to hear your suggestions on what I can put around to keep those pesky flies at bay.

Ann|The Apple Street Cottage · Answer

They hate the smell of lemon and cloves. Slice lemons and put some cloves in them. Put them in bowls and place them around your bbq area.

Redcatcec · Answer

Here's what a Hometalker did:

https://www.hometalk.com/posts/craft/pet-stuff/how-to-keep-flies-away-home-items-4179772

Janice · Answer

As reported by others, there are certain scents that will help to repel flies. Purchase some essential oil in any of those scents and place a few drops of it in a spray bottle with water. Shake well and spray the area well before the bbq starts. Apply the essential oil to a few cotton balls and place strategically in the area as well.

Johnavallance82 · Answer

<p>Mossy Net?</p>

Lottie Finney · Answer

Pine sol works great.

Annie · Answer

There are lots of tips in this video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbVPNXr8vNk

Kathy Gunter Law · Answer

Gallon clear glass jars of water sitting around and hang ziplock bags of water if you have a place. They fly near it, see the enlarged reflection, and buzz off.

Sarah · Answer

Thanks everyone, your tips worked great for getting rid of the flies during my bbq

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