Mole Hills in Play Areas: Trapping Beats Repellents

Confirm Moles First

Molehills (volcano mounds) = moles. Voles = dime holes, no mounds. Pocket gophers = fan-shaped mounds (Midwest/West).

Skip the Gimmicks

• Sonic, gum, mothballs, gas bombs – ineffective.
• Castor oil (Mole-Med) – debated efficacy.

Trapping Works

1. Flatten tunnels; watch for re-raising (active runs).
2. Set scissor/No-Mole traps in deep runs; harpoon/Nash in surface runs.
3. Get training at ICWDM—trap skill matters more than trap type.

Biology Note

Moles eat earthworms, not mainly grubs. Grub control alone rarely solves it.

Legal

Trapping banned in WA, MA. Check your state.