October 2025

To avoid ticks on hikes, wear permethrin-treated layers, apply EPA-registered repellent, stay center trail, and do full-body checks after.

To keep ticks off while hiking, use an EPA-listed repellent, treat clothes with 0.5% permethrin, choose smart layers, and run thorough checks.

To stop trail ticks on dogs, layer vet-approved preventives, trail habits, and fast checks after every outing.

To keep ticks off dogs while hiking, pair vet-approved prevention with treated gear and tight trail habits.

Use EPA-registered repellent, permethrin-treated clothing, and smart trail habits to keep ticks off you during hikes.

To keep snakes away while hiking, stay on open paths, watch each step, give snakes space, wear boots or gaiters, and avoid brushy edges.

Stay on clear paths, watch every step and handhold, give snakes space, and manage food and clutter to reduce encounters on hikes.

To keep trail footwear drier in rain, combine waterproof uppers, snug gaiters, wool socks, fresh DWR, and gentle airflow drying after the hike.

To keep rattlesnakes away while hiking, stay on open trails, watch your steps and hands, give snakes space, and leash pets.

To deter mountain lions while hiking, stay in groups, keep kids close, make noise, and never run during an encounter.