Avoid wooded, brushy, and tall-grass areas when possible
Walk in the center of trails
Wear long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes
Tuck pants into socks and shirt into pants
Wear light-colored clothing to spot ticks more easily
Use EPA-registered insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus
Treat clothing and gear with permethrin
Check your body for ticks after being outdoors
Shower soon after coming indoors
Check children, pets, and gear for ticks
Remove attached ticks promptly with fine-tipped tweezers
Wash and dry clothes on high heat after outdoor exposure
Keep yards clear of leaf litter, tall grass, and brush
Create a tick-safe barrier with wood chips or gravel between lawns and wooded areas
Use tick prevention products on pets
Seek medical advice if a tick bite is followed by rash, fever, or flu-like symptoms