Union County Conservation District

09/14/2026

08/11/2026

06/18/2026

Did you know that mosquitoes can breed in as little as a bottle cap of standing water? The best way to reduce mosquitoes around your home is to eliminate their breeding sites.

Empty and scrub bird baths weekly
Dump standing water from buckets, toys, and flowerpot saucers
Clean clogged gutters and drains

Taking a few minutes each week to check your yard can make a big difference in reducing mosquito populations and protecting your family from mosquito-borne diseases.

05/22/2026

Proper tick removal is key to protecting you and your family. Use tweezers or a tick removal tool, pull steadily and avoid squeezing the tick for safer removal.

05/15/2026

Ever wonder how mosquitoes become the biting adults we recognize? It all starts with water. From egg to adult, mosquitoes go through 4 life stages and many can complete this cycle right in your backyard.

A flowerpot, bucket, birdbath, or clogged gutter can be all they need.
Dump, drain, and refresh standing water on your property weekly.

05/08/2026

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. Knowing how to identify ticks can help protect you and your family. Blacklegged ticks (deer ticks) are the primary carriers of Lyme Disease and are often very small especially in their immature stages.

To protect you and your family,
- Learn how to identify ticks
- Check yourself after being outdoors
- Remove ticks promptly

Awareness is your first line of defense against tick-borne diseases.

05/01/2026

Ticks don’t just live in the woods, they’re waiting along edges, tall grass, and brush.

When heading outside:
- Stick to the center of trails
- Avoid brushing against vegetation
- Apply EPA approved insect repellent with DEET

Stay aware and don’t forget to do tick checks frequently! Enjoy the outdoors!

04/24/2026

Tick season is here and your yard can make all the difference. Ticks thrive in shaded and moist environments like leaf litter, overgrown brush, and woodpiles.

Help protect your family by:
- Removing leaf litter and yard debris
- Trimming back brush and tall grass
- Stacking wood neatly in dry areas away from your home
- Keeping youth play areas and patios clear

Simple yard maintenance can go a long way in reducing tick exposure for you and your family.