06/15/2026
Tick season is here. Check out these helpful tips on how to protect yourselves from ticks and how to remove them when you're out enjoying your Ohio State Parks, Ohio Division of Wildlife areas, Ohio Division of Natural Areas and Preserves state nature preserves and Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Forestry state forests!
Tick bite prevention:
➡️ Know when and were to expect ticks and use repellents according to labels.
➡️ Tuck your pants into your socks and boots and tuck your shirt into your pants.
➡️ Check yourself, family and pets regularly and remove ticks immediately.
How to remove a tick:
➡️ Don't panic.
➡️ Use tweezers to remove the entire tick, including the mouth.
➡️ Monitor your health the following days for any symptoms.
Learn more about ticks in Ohio here: https://bit.ly/430wkJ1