In a message dated 5/12/98 8:26:38 AM Pacific Daylight Time, Sarmooney@aol.com writes: << 3. What is the best way to get rid of SLUGS without damaging the vegetable plants? >> I have found the best way to control both snails and slugs is to go out in the morning and evening when it is moist and simply collect them or step on them and crush them completely. I have been able to drastically reduce my snail/slug populations in this way. Of course there was that night I dreamt about that 4 foot long gray slimy slug...... Janet.