Bug Ball Deer Fly Ball Starter Kit — Pack of 3 PVC Sticky Traps, Pesticide-Free Outdoor Fly Control

Bug Ball Deer Fly Ball Starter Kit is a three-pack set of heavy-duty inflatable sticky traps designed to attract and eliminate deer flies, horse flies, stable flies and other biting insects without pesticides.

This starter kit combines durable PVC deer fly balls with an included odorless sticky coating (Catch EM’) and inflation needles so you can set up a pesticide-free trapping system quickly. The balls are engineered to mimic visual cues that attract biting flies; once flies land they become stuck to the coating, reducing local populations where you hang them. The kit is sized and formulated to treat outdoor areas like yards, stables and orchards, and the balls are built to withstand typical weather conditions.

How do I set up the Bug Ball traps so they work best?

Setting up is straightforward: inflate each PVC ball, brush on the provided Catch EM’ sticky coating, and hang the ball where biting flies are active. Placement, height and sun exposure affect performance, so follow a few simple placement guidelines for optimal results.

• Inflate each ball using the included needle until firm but not over-pressurized.
• Evenly apply Catch EM’ sticky coating using the supplied brush-on applicator.
• Hang the ball about 4–5 feet off the ground, in sunny spots next to shaded areas where flies congregate.
• Reapply sticky coating every 2–3 weeks or sooner after heavy catching or rain exposure.

What kinds of insects will these deer fly balls catch?

The Bug Ball system is aimed at biting and nuisance flies that rely on visual cues and surface landings. While it excels at deer flies, it also captures many other flying insects commonly found near people, animals and moist outdoor environments.

• Deer flies and horse flies—prime targets for these visual traps.
• Stable flies and other biting tabanids attracted to movement and contrast.
• Other flying nuisance insects that land on surfaces, reducing local populations.
• Not intended for confined insect colonies like bees or wasps that do not land on smooth spheres.

How durable and safe is the Trap — can I use it around kids and animals?

Bug Ball traps are made from heavy-duty, weather-resistant PVC and are paired with an odorless, non-pesticide sticky coating — designed to be safe for family and farm environments when used as directed. Because no electricity or chemical sprays are required, the traps offer a lower-exposure option for outdoor biting insect reduction.

• Weather-resistant PVC construction designed for repeated outdoor use.
• Catch EM’ sticky coating is pesticide-free and odorless for low-sensory impact.
• Hang traps out of reach of children and curious animals to avoid contact with the sticky surface.
• Replace sticky coating regularly for sustained effectiveness and cleanliness.

How many balls do I need and where should I place them for acreage coverage?

The starter kit includes three balls and is intended to cover small multi-zone outdoor areas; plan placement according to activity and acreage. Each acre typically requires two to three balls to achieve good local control, so match quantity to space and insect pressure.

• Recommended coverage: 2–3 deer fly balls per acre for effective local reduction.
• Hang traps near barns, stables, patios, pool areas, orchards, or shelter boundaries.
• Space traps around the perimeter and in known fly hot spots for best distribution.
• Replace or recoat balls every 2–3 weeks, more often after heavy use or rain.

Who is this for: The Bug Ball Deer Fly Ball Starter Kit fits homeowners, gardeners, small-scale farmers, equestrian facilities and cabin owners who want a low-chemical, low-maintenance way to reduce biting flies around people and animals. It's useful for anyone needing a weather-resistant, easily installed trapping option for yards, stables, greenhouses, orchards and other outdoor spaces where flies are a persistent nuisance.