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It's tick season again.
As the ground begins to thaw, temperatures begin to rise, and hibernating animals begin to emerge, tick season is making it's return. Not only are ticks annoying blood sucking parasites, but they can also carry potentially serious diseases. Now that it's tick season again, we would like to remind you of precautions to take while enjoying the great outdoors.
• Use a insect repellent which contains DEET on all uncovered skin. Reapply as frequently as directed on the label. Remember, only use DEET on skin, it will not work on clothing.
Choose the PFD that is right for you.
TYPE III PFD
Did you know that it is a federal regulation that every boat carry at least one coast guard approved PFD (Personal Flotation Device) for each passenger on that boat? And that the PFDs need to be approved by the United States Coast Guard. Federal law, however, does not require PFDs on racing shells, rowing sculls, racing canoes, and racing kayaks; but state laws do vary, and you should check with your state officials.
Deer ticks and lyme disease
An unengorged Deer tick,
about the size of a poppy seed
They’re small, they’re ugly, and they can take you out of commission for about a week. They’re deer ticks and they can carry the Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacteria that causes Lyme Disease.
Winter Survival Gear
It’s January, and with the beautiful snow capped landscapes (if you happen to be where it snows) comes a very real danger. Getting lost in the middle of no were in sub zero temperatures. Weather your snowshoeing, snowmobiling, or just out for a long stroll, it’s always a good idea to bring a survival kit with you. So what goes into a good survival kit?
-Steel pot (big enough to hold everything) with a lid:
Bear Safety
It's a well known strategy for fending off a bear attack. Play dead. If a bear is attacking play dead. I've heard people say it a lot, but unfortunately playing dead isn't always the best coarse of action. It turns out general bear safety is much, much more complex than hitting the dirt and covering you neck.
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