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With a historic year for tick-borne illness already in the making, let’s review some behaviors and protection methods proven to keep them at bay.

Check out our list of things you might want to take with you on your outdoor adventure.

Whether you’re car-camping or hitting the John Muir Trail for two weeks with just a backpack for company, there’s an appropriate shelter for that.

A quintessential northeastern hike with epic views and technical trails.

These 8 pieces of backpacking gear were deemed unnecessary by long-distance hikers.

The essential lightweight gear you need for bike touring.

A primer in the ways that hunters and other outdoorsmen can reduce the odds of contact with ticks.

The top sprays to keep insects at bay.

We asked Sparkle to break down her gear, how it’s been working for her, and if there are any changes she wishes she could make.

Here are the regions most impacted and the best expert-backed ways to protect yourself this tick season.