Ticks

Ticks cannot jump or fly, but they can climb. They find a host by "questing" - holding their first pair of legs outstretched, and waiting for a host to walk by. When a suitable host brushes up against it, the tick will quickly climb on and begin to feed.

Fortunately, a tick has to be attached for 24 hours or more to transmit disease. Unfortunately, ticks in this area have been known to transmit Rocky Mountain spotted fever, tularemia, and of course Lyme disease.

Remember to check yourself, your children, and your animals for ticks after spending any time outdoors!