I had a crazy kid neighbor growing up that would pour salt on slugs, which would kill them. This is because the salt draws water from the slug through osmosis, dehydrating and eventually killing it. Personally, I don’t think slugs…
There’s really nothing worse than looking in the mirror after a long day outside and seeing a tick latched onto your skin. It’s happened to me before and it can be a scary and icky moment. Ticks are parasitic arachnids…
It’s hard to think of things I genuinely dislike about the outdoors, but ticks are one thing that always comes to mind. Ticks can be nasty to get rid of and if I can take steps to protect myself and…
I’m very much an ocean and outdoors person, but sometimes in the warmer months my kids really enjoy going to the pool. Unfortunately, the warmer months also mean more ticks, and grassy areas like backyards or parks are their favorite…
I grew up at the beach and spending a day on the sand is one of my favorite joys in life. The national park near me has some of the most amazing hikes and beaches in the world. That’s why…
I love when warmer weather finally comes around since I can start to get out more, but this also means more ticks. Getting bitten by a tick is something I want to avoid at all costs. Ticks love warm and…
It felt like my family had an at-home remedy for everything growing up. We’d have honey for a sore throat or drink ginger tea if we felt nauseous. We had plenty of tricks to deal with bugs too, and many…
If you’re a frequent hiker like me, chances are you’ve come across a tick or two in your life and it can always be a scary experience. Spotting one of these guys on your body can be a nasty moment,…
On days when I’m especially tired coming back from a hike, checking all my gear for ticks before getting into my car sometimes slips my mind. I might check my body and my kids but sometimes ticks can fall off…