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Snail eradication (day 17).

By jstemwedel on May 25, 2009.

This morning, once again, was dry and overcast, although not as cold as it has been.

Because I know this is low-yield gastropod-picking weather, I went right to the most likely locations: the bottom of the watering can and the new snail and slug shelters.

Nothing.

I thought about watering near the shelters, going inside for a cup of tea, and coming back out to check for gastropods. But instead, I decided to use the snailing time to clear more weeds, especially from between the raised garden beds.

This means, long pants, long sleeves, and socks notwithstanding, I'm covered with angry welts and hives right now.

But, in the process of clearing the weeds, I also uncovered a few gastropods who thought they had found secure hiding places. (After all, when do I ever clear weeds between the raised beds?)

In the event that this overcast does not lead to at least a drizzle, I'll be watering this afternoon. I may have to put on a headlamp and check the shelters after dark to see whether there's any gastropod action.

Today's take: two slugs and six snails.

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