Found ticks getting out off control last year myself. Few words of advice. First use Sawyers permethin spray on clothing and let dry. Kills ticks not fish. Second,buy Selsun Blue shampoo to shower when returning. Any ticks attached go down the drain. If you see one on your skin, DO NOT PULL, simply put some Selsun Blue on a Q-tip and rub,will let right go instantly. (They don't like the selenium sulfate) Save tick if you have concerns of lyme. Just my experience..