Deer ticks are present throughout Connecticut and tend to live in wooded areas and along trails in forests. Some deer ticks carry Lyme or other diseases. If you plan to walk our beautiful trails or spend time exploring the grounds, we suggest following  these recommendations from the CDC:
Use insect repellents containing DEET on yourself or permethrin repellents on clothing and shoes
Tuck your pants into your socks
Walk in the center of the trail
Do a thorough tick check and take a shower when you get home.
Guest House keeps a supply of repellent at the front desk if you forget your own.