What is an Effective Way to Trap and Remove a Large Wolf Spider?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around participants sharing their experiences and feelings regarding large wolf spiders, particularly the Carolina Wolf Spider. Many express fear and discomfort, while others recount personal anecdotes about encounters with spiders and methods of dealing with them.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their experience of trapping a large wolf spider until someone could dispose of it, expressing a strong dislike for spiders.
  • Another participant expresses concern about the potential venomous nature of wolf spiders, noting that they are not considered dangerous but can cause painful bites.
  • Several users mention their fear of spiders, with one participant identifying as arachnophobic and struggling to manage their fear in front of their children.
  • One participant describes a humorous yet alarming experience of finding a spider in their child's bassinet, highlighting their protective instincts as a parent.
  • Another participant recounts their relief at living in a region with fewer large spiders, contrasting their experiences with those who live in areas where such spiders are common.
  • Several participants express a strong aversion to spiders, with some stating they cannot even handle toy spiders or fake ones.
  • One participant humorously describes a moment of panic when they thought a spider might be in their coat, only to discover it was just a price tag.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ significantly, with many participants expressing strong fear and dislike for spiders, while others share coping mechanisms or humorous anecdotes. No clear consensus emerges regarding the best way to handle encounters with spiders.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and feelings, reflecting a range of reactions to spiders, particularly in relation to their size and perceived danger. The thread captures a communal sense of discomfort and humor surrounding the topic.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may resonate with individuals who share similar fears of spiders or those looking for relatable experiences regarding encounters with large spiders.

Yeah, what Kelly said....where do you get hedge apples/osage oranges? I never heard of them. Spiders don't like them?

You ladies that can kill spiders are my heroes! :thumbup: I think I could if one was near a baby or small child. But its just me & DH now & Rosie (penis-a-poo)

If I was afraid of Rosie getting near a spider, I would confine her with a baby gate, or put a big crate over the paper cup.

My granddog is allergic to beestings & almost died after one. I don't want to take any chances with Rosie & she is always chasing flies, spiders & bees:eek:

My 7 yr. old grandson loves spiders, snakes & dinosaurs.

I emailed the Salad Spinner picture to my cluster.
 
katie0128 said:
I'm just glad this thread finally went to two pages so when I open it, I don't see the spider any more!
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I'm with you on that:P That's one big spider and not to mention creepy looking!!:yuck:
 
I was avoinding this thread.....finally read it all.....and will now have a nightmare tonight!
 
It's like a scary movie you avoid because you know it will scare you but then you finally see it and it does scare you and you wonder "why did I see this movie? I knew it would scare me."
 
Hedge apples/osage oranges grow on trees. They are the size of a large orange or grapefruit and look like green brains. I think they emit a gas that the spiders don't like. I live in north central Indiana, and our neighbor has a tree. That's where I get mine. Sometimes I see them in florist shops in the fall.
 
raebates said:
Hedge apples/osage oranges grow on trees. They are the size of a large orange or grapefruit and look like green brains. I think they emit a gas that the spiders don't like. I live in north central Indiana, and our neighbor has a tree. That's where I get mine. Sometimes I see them in florist shops in the fall.
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Thanks Rae. I was imagining those clove oranges that I made in girl scouts...you know, push cloves into the skin all over the orange and hang it with a pretty ribbon?

I will have to look for them at the florist!
 
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