At this free presentation, you’ll learn how to prevent tick-borne disease and enjoy Vermont’s outdoors safely!
When? Saturday, June 27, 10–11 a.m. (Rain Date: Wednesday, July 1, 5–6 p.m.)
Where? The Garden at 485 Elm
What? A free presentation to keep you safe in the time of ticks and tick-borne diseases, from the Vermont Department of Health
- Attendance is limited. Registration is required. Click here to register.
- The presentation will be video-recorded.
- This event is outdoors.
- There are no restrooms or public facilities.
Learn How to Be Tick Smart This Season!
Ticks are active in Vermont, and tickborne diseases continue to increase across the state. Join us for an educational presentation on Tickborne Diseases in Vermont to learn about:
Ticks in Vermont
- How blacklegged ticks spread disease
- When ticks are most active
- Why nymph ticks are an important source of human illness
Tickborne Disease Trends
- Updates on Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, babesiosis, and other tickborne diseases
- Who is most at risk
- Common symptoms to recognize
Prevention Strategies
- How to reduce tick exposure
- Proper tick checks and removal
- Steps to take after a tick bite
What you’ll learn:
✔ Where ticks live
✔ When tick risk is highest
✔ How to protect yourself, your family, and your pets
✔ When to seek medical care after a tick bite
The presenter: Tanya Crawford-Stempel RN, MSN, Public Health Nurse Supervisor at the Vermont Department of Health.
Ticked Off!
This gardener’s lightweight
protective suit
is available at paint and
hardware stores.
