Post #987597
2026-03-31 14:19 UTC
North American friends: tick season is here, the risk for Lymes will grow until peaking in May and then die down until late summer where it'll start growing again until peaking in October
the best defense against Lymes is preventing a bite! Aside from long pants, hats, all that good stuff, after having fun in the prairie or woodlands check everywhere that is warm and dark on your body- hairline, groin area, where cuffs and waistbands connect with skin, etc.
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@vapaad@wandering.shop 2026-03-31 14:23
As a former camp counselor, I found that using a fork is really helpful for checking through kids hair. I'm sensitive to smells but using permethrin on my outer clothes, letting them sit for a bit, and then putting them on helps me stay protected chemically without giving myself a headache. At least spraying your hat and shoes can be a very effective deterrent. You don't need to do it every time either, if done well it can last for weeks.