1. learn to identify ticks

2. be tick-bite ready

3. learn where they live

4. keep grass short

Wood/dog ticks are less dangerous than deer/blacklegged ticks.

Make sure you have tweezers on hand if you live in a tick area.

Ticks like tall grass and moist, shaded areas 

Make sure your lawn is cleaned up. 

5. clean up the yard

6. Create a barrier

7. try lavender oil

8. tick tubes

Remove any debris, fallen tress, and unkept areas.

Gravel or wood chips around the perimeter can keep ticks out.

It's a natural tick repellant that's safe to use on pets.

Don't forget to clean under couches

9. keep ticks off pets

10. check daily

Most flea collars can help prevent ticks.

Ticks need 24+ hours to spread Lyme disease, check for ticks daily.