Wear protective clothing that can include long-sleeved shirts and pants, tucking the ends of pants into socks or boots. Tuck hair into caps. Taping off gaps in clothing, shoes or other areas that might be vulnerable, is another extreme measure. Spray exposed skin and clothing with sprays you know will work. When you come indoors, remove clothing in a utility area and place immediately into washer or hot dryer for 30 minutes to kill ticks.
Ticks are tiny and can hide in the most unusual places.
Shower thoroughly and examine yourself carefully while undressed. Pay careful attention to the places ticks like best - areas such as the groin, armpits, and scalp. Examine children on a regular basis, and keep your eye on your pets, too. If your dog shows signs of arthritis, you may want to have it tested for Lyme. If you find a tick attached to your body, remove it by grasping it as close to the skin as possible with a pair of tweezers.