Ticked off
Summer may be right around the corner, but the camping season for some is already well underway. Time to take the tent out of the depths of the garage, dust off the sleeping bag, and head out into the great outdoors for an escape from everything and everyone.Except for the several million species of animals and insects that will be joining you on your trip, that is.
I don't really have much advice for how to protect against a bear attack, but I can suggest that you wear long pants to help prevent against ticks. You should also be aware of what a tick looks like in case you find some creepy crawly thing on your skin. Deer ticks, which can carry the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, are of particular concern for campers and hikers. These tear-shaped suckers are extremely small; that is, until they've taken up residence on your body and have fed on your blood for quite some time -- at which point they can grow to be almost the size of a dime.
For a comprehensive look at the different types of ticks, as well as some tips on how to best steer clear of them, visit the Tick Encounter Resource Center website by clicking here.

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Prevention
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