What Should You Send in an Insect Shield Easy Pack?
One of the most common questions we hear is, "What should I send?" This guide will help you decide which clothing is worth treating, what to leave out, and how to get the most value from your Insect Shield Your Clothes Easy Pack.
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Send the outdoor clothes you already wear most often. Hiking pants, outdoor shirts, socks, base layers, gardening clothes, camping gear, hunting clothes, fishing clothing, kids’ outdoor clothes, and everyday park or picnic outfits are all good candidates. Most Easy Packs hold approximately 10–15 garments, depending on their size and thickness.
GET AN EASY PACKBest Clothes to Treat for Tick and Mosquito Protection
If you are like most people, you probably already have a handful of outdoor clothes you wear again and again. You know the ones: the hiking pants that have been on every trail with you, the gardening shirt that is always washed and ready to wear again, or the socks you know will not give you a blister.
Those tried-and-true favorites are usually the best place to start. Whether you hike, garden, camp, hunt, fish, or simply spend weekends working outside, treating the clothing you wear most often gives you the biggest benefit.
Insect Shield’s professional mail-in permethrin treatment turns eligible shirts, pants, socks, hats, and other outdoor clothing into long-lasting insect-repellent clothing that helps repel ticks, mosquitoes, and other biting insects without changing the look, feel, or comfort of the garments you already love.
Hiking Pants and Outdoor Shirts
These are often worn for hours at a time and cover a large amount of skin. They are especially useful for hikes through tall grass, brush, and wooded areas.
Outdoor Socks and Base Layers
Ticks often contact shoes, socks, and lower pants first. Socks and lightweight base layers are worn frequently and fit easily inside an Easy Pack.
Gardening and Yard Work Clothes
If you have a shirt, pants, or socks you always wear while gardening, mowing, or working around the yard, they are strong candidates for treatment.
Camping, Hunting, and Fishing Clothing
Think about the clothes that always make it into your camping tote, hunting gear, tackle bag, or weekend outdoor kit.
Kids’ Outdoor Clothing
Summer camp clothes, hiking outfits, backyard play clothes, scout clothing, and other frequently worn outdoor pieces are popular choices for families.
Everyday Outdoor Clothes
Think about the comfortable clothes you wear to the park, picnics, outdoor events, neighborhood walks, or simply while relaxing outside. Frequently worn everyday pieces can be just as worthwhile to treat as technical outdoor gear.
What should you prioritize first?
- For ticks: Start with socks, pants, and other lower-body clothing.
- For mosquitoes: Consider shirts, lightweight layers, and clothing that covers more skin.
- For the best overall value: Choose pieces you wear repeatedly, not items that mostly stay in the closet.
- For families: Prioritize each person’s most-used outdoor outfit rather than trying to treat everything at once.
Fabrics and Items Insect Shield Cannot Treat
Because of the professional treatment process, not every garment qualifies.
- Dry-clean-only garments cannot be processed.
- Waterproof or water-resistant fabrics do not accept the treatment properly.
- Terrycloth or towel-like materials cannot be treated.
- Items with glued-on or welded zippers are not accepted.
- Items labeled line-dry or no-tumble-dry are excluded.
- Undergarments are not accepted in Easy Packs.
- Our equipment is not designed to treat shoes.
Check the care label before packing
If an item cannot safely go through a standard wash-and-dry cycle, leave it out of the Easy Pack. For questions about a specific garment, contact Insect Shield before sending it.
Protect Shoes and Other Items That Can't Be Sent In
Some items, including shoes and certain specialty fabrics, aren't eligible for professional treatment through an Easy Pack. Insect Shield Permethrin Spray is a great way to protect many of these items at home.
SHOP PERMETHRIN SPRAYHow Many Clothes Fit in an Insect Shield Easy Pack?
Most Easy Packs hold approximately 10–15 garments, but the exact number depends on the size and thickness of what you send.
To make that easier to picture, we packed three different Easy Packs using men’s outdoor clothing, women’s travel clothing, and kids’ clothes. These are examples, not strict packing lists. Your own mix may look different depending on garment size, fabric weight, and how bulky each item is.
Men’s Outdoor Easy Pack Example
A practical mix for hiking, yard work, camping, and everyday time outside.
What fit inside:
- 3 T-shirts
- 1 short-sleeve button-up shirt
- 1 lightweight quarter-zip
- 2 long-sleeve outdoor shirts
- 1 pair of work pants
- 1 pair of lightweight joggers
- 3 pairs of socks
Actual capacity varies based on garment size, fabric weight, and thickness.
Women’s Travel Easy Pack Example
A lightweight mix for vacation days, sightseeing, hiking, and outdoor meals.
What fit inside:
- 3 T-shirts
- 1 lightweight quarter-zip
- 1 short-sleeve button-up shirt
- 1 long-sleeve button-up shirt
- 1 dress
- 1 skirt
- 2 pairs of pants
- 1 pair of leggings
- 2 pairs of socks
Actual capacity varies based on garment size, fabric weight, and thickness.
Kids’ Easy Pack Example
A mix of clothing for camp, playgrounds, hiking, backyard play, and family trips.
What fit inside:
- 7 shirts
- 2 sweatshirts
- 4 pairs of jeans
- 3 pairs of leggings
- 6 pairs of socks
Actual capacity varies based on garment size, fabric weight, and thickness.
Is an Easy Pack or Per Piece Treatment Right for You?
An Easy Pack is a strong option when you already own outdoor clothing you love and want to treat several eligible items at once.
| Option | Best for | How it works |
|---|---|---|
| Easy Pack GET AN EASY PACK | Several lightweight or medium-weight garments you already own | Fill the prepaid Easy Pack with eligible clothing and send it in for professional treatment |
| Per Piece Treatment SHOP PER PIECE | A specific number of items, bulky pieces, jackets, bibs, or larger items that do not fit efficiently in an Easy Pack | Pay based on the individual item rather than filling a flat-rate pack |
| Ready-to-Wear Insect Shield Clothing SHOP CLOTHING | Replacing older outdoor clothing or buying a new treated item | Purchase clothing that is already professionally treated and ready to wear |
Easy Pack Treatment vs. DIY Permethrin Spray
Insect Shield Permethrin Spray is great for people who want to treat clothing and gear at home. Here is how a home spray differs from professional Insect Shield treatment.
- Bonding method: Professional treatment bonds permethrin to fabric fibers. A home spray is applied to the surface and requires more frequent reapplication.
- Longevity: DIY spray commonly lasts through about six washings or approximately 60 days. Professional treatment lasts through 70 washings, the expected lifetime of most garments.
- Application consistency: Professional treatment provides controlled coverage across the garment. At-home results depend on application technique and following the label carefully.
Prefer to Treat Clothing and Gear at Home?
If you hike only once or twice a season, a can of permethrin spray may be all you need. For clothing you wear regularly in tick-prone areas, professional treatment can reduce the need to repeatedly spray and dry the same garments.
SHOP PERMETHRIN SPRAYWhat If Everything Does Not Fit?
Do not worry if everything you want to treat will not fit into one Easy Pack. Most customers start with the clothing they wear most often and save the rest for another time.
A simple way to narrow it down
- Your favorite hiking outfit for this season
- The gardening clothes you wear every weekend
- Your family’s most-used camping clothes
- Socks and pants for upcoming time in tick habitat
If you have additional clothing to treat later, you can order another Easy Pack or use the Per Piece Treatment Service for larger garments.
Do Not Overfill Your Easy Pack
Once you start packing, it can be tempting to squeeze in one more shirt. Resist the urge.
Fold your clothing neatly and pack the bag so it closes comfortably without forcing it closed. If the pack is too tight, it can break and items may be lost or damaged in transit.
If you have to force the pack closed, remove an item. Another Easy Pack or Per Piece Treatment is a better choice than overfilling.
Ready to Treat the Outdoor Clothes You Already Love?
Order an Easy Pack, fill it with your clean and completely dry eligible outdoor clothing, and send it back for professional permethrin treatment. Your clothes return ready to wear with long-lasting insect protection built in.
GET YOUR EASY PACKFrequently Asked Questions About What to Send in an Easy Pack
Can I mix different kinds of clothing in one Easy Pack?
Yes. You can combine eligible shirts, pants, socks, base layers, kids’ clothing, and other garments in the same pack, as long as everything is clean and the pack closes comfortably.
What are the best clothes to send in an Easy Pack?
Start with the outdoor clothing you wear most often. Lightweight layers, hiking pants, long-sleeve shirts, socks, gardening clothes, camping or hunting clothing, kids’ outdoor clothes, and everyday outfits worn to parks, picnics, or outdoor events are all good choices.
Should I prioritize pants and socks for tick protection?
They are often a smart place to start because ticks commonly contact shoes, socks, and lower pants first. Prioritize the pieces you will actually wear regularly in grass, brush, woods, or other tick habitat.
Can I send children’s outdoor clothing?
Yes. Kids’ hiking clothes, camp clothes, backyard play clothes, and other frequently worn outdoor items can be included.
Can I send brand-new clothing?
Do not send brand-new, unwashed items still in store packaging. Wash garments at least once before packing.
Can I send waterproof jackets or rain gear?
No. Waterproof and water-resistant fabrics do not accept the treatment properly.
Can I send bulky sweatshirts, jackets, or bibs?
Eligible bulky items may take up most of the pack, so Per Piece Treatment can be a better value for one or two larger garments. Do not force the Easy Pack closed.
How full should I pack the Easy Pack?
Fill it only until it closes comfortably. If you need to force it closed, remove an item and use another Easy Pack or Per Piece Treatment instead.
