Learn about the ecology of ticks in Middlebury

This presentation will discuss research efforts into tick-borne disease.

Residents are being urged to take precautions against ticks, which can carry Lyme disease, babesiosis and other illnesses.

State data shows the percent of tick-related emergency-room visits have risen since March.

I’ve enjoyed the spells of pleasant, warm weather we’ve been having lately. But you know who’s enjoyed them more? The ticks.

Middlebury College Biology Professor David Allen has been studying the county’s tick population since 2016. Although the deer tick is a non-invasive species to North America, it didn’t appear in Vermont until roughly 30 years ago. 

Nothing ruins an outdoor experience like being covered in ticks or, worse yet, finding one attached.

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MIDDLEBURY — In a recent e-newsletter, The Middlebury Area Land Trust (MALT) rejoiced at the arrival of warmer weather. But they added, “Unfortunately, the ticks are also waking up and having a great time latching on to unsuspecting hikers and runners.” M … (read more)