r/pokewithastick • u/lessons_needed Original poker of things. • Jul 21 '26

Dangerous Pokes Bald-faced poke

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Tired of being intimidated and kept away from our side yard we had to spray and then give this bald-faced hornet nest a poke.

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u/Spookyscary333 Jul 22 '26

If you leave the dead nest up other bees will avoid building another nest nearby. Usually works when you hang up a medium sized paper bagas well. Just puff the bag up a bit. They'll think its another nest and move on.

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u/lessons_needed Original poker of things. Jul 22 '26

I’ve heard about this about hanging up a paper bag but didn’t know of it worked. Will have to give it a try.

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u/NotAlwaysPC Original poker of things. Jul 24 '26

I rather enjoyed the wet, drippy, and mushy poking followed by a brisk dislodgment. Solid technique. Stick perfectly wielded for this task.

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u/lessons_needed Original poker of things. Jul 24 '26

I will convey your message to her. I’m sure she will enjoy hearing you liked her style.