I changed the oil in my pickup just now and noticed these tiny black no-see-ums are out. They pack a terrific bite. Maybe by the time of the 5 Mile Meadow star party they will have built up to historic numbers. If you see a black cloud rise and _follow_ you with each footstep, this is probably a swarm of very hungry no-see-ums closing in on the kill. Just a heads up. Stan -- See message header for info on list archives or unsubscribing, and please send personal replies to the author, not the list.