Gypsy Moth Caterpillars

Experts are predicting that this year will see a large infestation throughout New England of gypsy moth caterpillars. The last major infestation was back in 1979-81 when I was in middle school and just starting high school. Back then you almost literally couldn't take a step outside without stepping on a caterpillar.

My favorite gypsy moth caterpillar story involves $2 and change, a caterpillar and poison ivy. My buddy Tom on a dare ate a gypsy moth caterpillar for $2 and change. The bad thing for Tom was the caterpillar he chose to consume happened to be a caterpillar that had previously been crawling on poison ivy. Tom ended up with poison ivy on the inside of his throat. Now Tom is a cop and carries a gun.

Just thought I'd share.