Tom O’Twisters rock – I have a set in my backpack – a set in my wallet and a set in my van….
I REALLY hate ticks – please support BADA and lets get the information out there.
Hairy legs / dogs = allows for more ‘ questing ‘ ticks to be picked up in my opinion….
I am avoiding shorts for as long as possible and I coat my socks / boots / gaiters / bike tights etc with repellent.
I would rather be soaked in sweat from hiking / biking than get another infection and having to deal with a disbelieving GP and workplace – trust me its not worth it. I think more publicity is needed – our american friends on here can probably relate to this a lot more and the surrounding political / financial ramifications.
We were picking ticks up down on exmoor in december 2011…. last year we got ticks in somerset / mid / south / north wales – lakes – isle of mull…
paul