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<p>A word of warning: A wasp sting is thought to release a pheromone that triggers other wasps close-by to attack — a clever defence mechanism to protect the nest. But the same pheromone is activated when a wasp is squished by a swatter at a picnic, and could simply invite more of her angry sisters to your party. So it may be more peaceful to just leave a glass of beer or a jam trap a little distance away to attract the party-crashers instead.</p>

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Juanita Browne: There’s a wasp in my drink, what should I do?

Why do they do that and what can I do about it?

<p>There is plenty to see and do around the Phoenix Park in Dublin, including picnics, walking, and cycling. The visitor centre also gives the history of the park and of Áras an Uachtaráin Picture: Collins Courts</p>

outdoors

50 free days out to enjoy with the family this summer

<p>If you're heading out to enjoy the sunshine, pack some of these tasty treats.</p>

food

Summer eating: Five quick and easy picnic recipes

people

Summer sales, new outdoor dining ideas, and keeping your garden alive in the heat

Three young women on picnic in public park

people

Eco-friendly picnic pieces to elevate our garden get-togethers this summer

food

The Currabinny cooks: What to pack for a picnic tailored to you

Learn how to picnic like a pro this summer

There’s nothing quite like a trip to the seaside to whet the appetite. Valerie O’Connor has the recipe for success when it comes to filling that hamper

Sun, 02 Jun, 2019

Picnic bakes from Michelle Darmody

I have very fond memories of Tatyo crisp sandwiches sprinkled heavily with sand, on our local beaches. Picnics at the beach, in the park or out in the back garden can all benefit from a little pre baking, writes Michelle Darmody.

Sat, 05 Aug, 2017

13 students on school picnic drown in India

Thirteen college students on a school picnic have drowned while swimming in the sea in western India.

Mon, 01 Feb, 2016

10 picnic ideas for the summer season

Roz Crowley offers some savoury and sweet picnic ideas to sate the palates of all the family with a bit of forward planning this summer season.

Sat, 25 Jul, 2015

picnic

Juanita Browne: There’s a wasp in my drink, what should I do?

50 free days out to enjoy with the family this summer

Summer eating: Five quick and easy picnic recipes

Summer sales, new outdoor dining ideas, and keeping your garden alive in the heat

Eco-friendly picnic pieces to elevate our garden get-togethers this summer

The Currabinny cooks: What to pack for a picnic tailored to you

Learn how to picnic like a pro this summer

Picnic bakes from Michelle Darmody

13 students on school picnic drown in India

10 picnic ideas for the summer season

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Mick Clifford

picnic

Juanita Browne: There’s a wasp in my drink, what should I do?

50 free days out to enjoy with the family this summer

Summer eating: Five quick and easy picnic recipes

Summer sales, new outdoor dining ideas, and keeping your garden alive in the heat

Eco-friendly picnic pieces to elevate our garden get-togethers this summer

The Currabinny cooks: What to pack for a picnic tailored to you

Learn how to picnic like a pro this summer

Picnic bakes from Michelle Darmody

13 students on school picnic drown in India

10 picnic ideas for the summer season

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Mick Clifford

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