Dealing with ticks- tips and tricks?

An early Spring has prompted lots of us to hit the woods in search of the mighty morel but we often home with more than just mushrooms- namely, TICKS. While mosquitoes, wasps and bees are also out en masse, ticks seem to bother people the most. Why? Maybe it's the idea this unassuming, blood sucking pest will find a home in your nether regions while you go about your business.

Most folks worry about tick bites in respect to the diseases they can carry such as Lyme, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and others. Another concern is that paralysis or an infection can develop from a tick bite as well. Make no mistake, these are legitimate concerns.

The Missouri Department of Conservation says that prevention is the best bet- use repellents every time you're out. Plus, know the warning signs to look for if you've already been bitten. More information about dealing with ticks is available in a very informative article here http://mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/avoid-outdoor-pests/ticks