How It Works

The RESCUE! Reusable Yellowjacket Trap has a unique trap design that prevents yellowjackets from escaping. Yellowjackets fly in through holes in the bottom of the trap, then continue upward through the interior cone and become trapped within the outer cylinder. The yellowjackets eventually die of dehydration. Our trap's durable construction holds up in sunlight for many seasons of use, and its clear plastic walls allow you to see the yellowjacket "body count" so you can empty the trap when full.

Pet Safety

Our Yellowjacket Traps do not use any killing agents or poisons. The product relies on trapping yellowjackets until they expire on their own.

The yellowjacket lure we use is very powerful at attracting yellowjackets. Use caution when maintaining traps. Make sure any trapped yellowjackets are dead before handling and rebaiting the trap.

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Unique Features & Benefits

  • Catches multiple species of yellowjackets
  • Lure lasts for weeks without daily maintenance
  • Refills available, including the RESCUE! 10-week Cartridge for even longer lasting performance
  • Won't trap beneficial honeybees
  • Double-chambered design prevents yellowjackets from escaping
  • Durable plastic holds up in sunlight for seasons of use
  • Used by government agencies as well as major U.S. zoos, parks, campgrounds, resorts and school districts
  • Clear plastic tube allows you to see the yellowjacket "body count"

What It Catches

Roughly a dozen species of yellowjackets throughout North America are known to bite and sting people. The RESCUE! Reusable Yellowjacket Trap is designed to lure them all.

Where To Hang It

Our Reusable Yellowjacket Traps are intended for OUTDOOR USE. We reccomeend hanging the trap at least 20 feet away from outdoor living spaces.

Good Locations for the Disposable Yellowjacket Trap are any areas 20 feet away from human activity:

  • Fences
  • Trees
  • Shepherd's hooks

For helpful information on how to determine whether you have wasps or yellowjackets check out our latest buzz post.

The RESCUE! Reusable Yellowjacket Trap is designed to catch multiple species of yellowjackets common in North America. It's important to note that this trap only targets yellowjackets, and it won't catch hornets or paper wasps.
The RESCUE! Reusable Yellowjacket Trap attracts yellowjackets with a powerful scented lure. Yellowjackets fly in through holes at the bottom of the trap, then move upward through an interior cone into the outer cylinder. Once inside, they cannot escape and eventually die naturally from dehydration.
Hang the trap outdoors, at least 20 feet away from patios, decks, picnic areas, or any areas frequent human activity. Ideal locations include trees, fence lines, or the perimeter of your yard — regions where yellowjackets are likely to forage. Avoid hanging the trap close to areas where people like to hang out, because it will draw more yellowjackets to that area.
Set the trap as soon as daily temperatures consistently reach around 55 °F and yellowjackets begin emerging. Setting traps early in the spring helps catch queen yellowjackets before they establish nests. Continue using through summer and fall to catch foraging workers.
Depending on environmental conditions like temperature, the initial lure included with the trap will last for 2 - 4 weeks. Additional lure refills are available separately. Our 4-week refill lure comes in liquid form and is emptied on the cotton ball included with the trap. The 10-Week Cartridge Refill is pre-baited and simply needs to be added to the trap.
The RESCUE! Reusable Yellowjacket Trap is designed to target yellowjackets and prevent accidental capture of beneficial honeybees.
Once the trap is full and all of the yellowjackets are dead, unscrew and empty the insects from the trap. Rinse it out if desired and refill with a new attractant cartridge to continue trapping yellowjackets. If you want to be sure that all yellowjackets are dead before emptying, you can wrap the trap in a plastic bag and place it in the freezer overnight. This will kill any remaining yellowjackets that are still alive.
This trap uses no killing agents—yellowjackets die naturally from dehydration. We recommend placing this trap out of reach of children and animals. Follow all instructions on the product label.
If your trap hasn't caught any yellowjackets after 24 - 48 hours, try moving it to a new location. Sometimes it can take a little trial and error to find the best spot. If you're still not catching any yellowjackets, you could be dealing with wasps instead of yellowjackets (which the trap will not attract). Try relocating the trap to a more natural area (trees, fences) at least 20 ft away from gathering zones. If you're still not having any luck with your trap, contact us at info@rescue.com and we will help you troubleshoot.
The trap is built from durable plastic and designed to withstand sunlight and outdoor conditions for many seasons of use.

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