how to get rid of fruit flies

Let's face it- fruit flies happen, especially in the summer.  They can make composting seem like more of a drag, but either way they show up and they can be cleared out pretty easily. What's the best way to get rid of them?  Here's my top tips: 1) Empty your kitchen food scrap collector more frequently.  Instead of once a week, try twice.  Check the fridge for stuff you forgot about.  I have room for improvement on that one. 2) Clean out your trash and recycling cans.  Scan the insides for little eggs.  I found some under the lid once. 3) If you're a vermicomposter, make sure every addition of food scraps to your worm system is accompanied by a hefty layer of shredded brown materials like cardboard or leaves. …