Jan
6
Staying Safe in the Woods: Ticks, Tick-borne Diseases, and Preventative Measures
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
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Online/Virtual
Online/Virtual
Public Welcome Limited Access Recording Registration Required Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom Free Public Parking Drinking Fountains
Tick borne diseases are a risk for anyone working in or enjoying the outdoors. This presentation will cover the tick species commonly found in Illinois, tick-borne diseases and their life cycle, tick habitat preferences, and measures you can take to reduce the risk of tick bites and tick-borne diseases.
Speaker: Chris Evans, Extension Forestry and Research Specialist