A: Yes – Lil Mac’s Colorant Kit is available and approved for retail use in Canada and the USA.
Are you looking to use Lil Mac's Colorful Crawlers in the USA? Contact us directly at info@lilmacs.ca
A: Lil Mac’s does not sell Night Crawlers. Our product consists of ingredients, a scoop, and directions. Please contact your local bait shop to purchase a container of Night Crawlers.
A: Please follow the instructions below. We would also encourage you to view our instructional video here.
Ideal for use in 11 oz. - 16 oz. Night Crawler Container. Once Night Crawler Colorant Kit has been applied to Night Crawler bedding, color will hold for multiple days on Night Crawlers. For best results, use colored Night Crawlers within 21 days.
Step #1 – Ensure Night Crawler bedding is moist and damp. Bedding should not be overly clumpy, excessively wet or dry.
Step #2 – Apply one serving (1 teaspoon) of Night Crawler Colorant Kit to one container of Night Crawlers.
Step #3 – Close Night Crawler bait container and store in a cool dark place. Ideal temperature range 10°C to 15°C (50°F to 60°F).
Step #4 – Store Night Crawlers for 72 hours to obtain best results and color. Minimum 48 hours.
Step #5 – You are now ready to hit the water and reel in your next fish.
You can consume food if you have color stained on your hands. The product is made with non-hazardous ingredients and it will not harm fish nor will it harm humans who consume the fish after catching it with a colored Night Crawler.
A: Yes – the product will temporarily stain hands if not handled with gloves as recommended. If product does come in contact with equipment and clothing it may stain. The color can be washed away with soap and water if a stain remains on clothing or equipment. The ingredients are non hazardous and are made from eco-friendly substances.
A: All ingredients that are used in the Lil Mac’s Colorant Kit are certified under Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP).
A: A 1 oz. package will color seven (7) standard sized containers (11 – 16 oz.) of Night Crawlers.
A: The ideal location to store Night Crawlers once the ingredients have been applied is in a cool and dark setting such as a basement floor or fridge. Ideal temperature range is 10 - 15 degrees Celsius (50 – 60 degrees Fahrenheit).
A: Once placed in the water, the colored Night Crawlers retain their color with very little fading. Colored Night Crawlers have been tested and actively used in both fresh water and salt water. Should the Night Crawlers be placed back in fresh uncoloured bedding, they will revert back to their original color.
A: Night Crawlers do not prefer solid clumpy soil. It is recommended to use the Lil Mac’s Colorant Kit with fresh black soil and/or peat moss. Bedding should be moist but not overly saturated. Follow instructions above.
A: The Lil Mac’s Colorant Kit has been tested on several occasions. While the Night Crawlers will have an immediate change in color, it is highly recommended to use the Night Crawlers 48 to 72 hours after the ingredients have been applied.
A: Should you have a specific request, please contact us directly at info@lilmacs.ca and we will provide a response within 1-3 business days.