Talk'n 'bout ticks!

[1shotwade]

I just gleaned this from another site and thought it worth sharing.I've not tried this yet so you are on your own!

Wade


A Tick trick that works !

Hello Everyone, I usually post this near the beginning of Tick season. Go to your local pharmacy & buy a small bottle of Tea Tree Oil. Mix it in a 1/2 gallon of water, then pour into any spray bottle that you care to use. When headed into the woods or grasses, spray your outer clothes mostly near ankles & wrist, neck areas. If you wear a cap, spray the cap also. I usually put some on the back of my neck. Tea Tree Oil is all natural, & should not hurt your skin. You can apply it directly on skin if you wish. This is a "potion" that works very well, & I use it every year. If your spouses hate ticks, as my wife does, then they will also appreciate this !

[Deleted]

That is worth a try. The ticks are hungry this year. I think they are floating in the wind or they sure have learned to climb trees. And I mean bit tall trees. I am sure I have gotten them in the open 3ft off of the ground in mowed grass and bare dirt.

I hear putting your clothes in the dryer for 15 min will kill them in your clothes. I've taken to examining all clothes prior to putting them on.

[motdaugrnds]

Chlorox sprayed full strength will also work!

[themotherhen]

Lots of early ticks here in Ohio. I have never seen them before June/July but have found several already.

[Deleted]

The ticks are out in full force this year. I am going to try this, I hope it works as I have found ticks on the grand-kids, and my self along with the hubby. Thank you for posting this

[KittyNC]

Does anyone know if tea tree oil is safe for dogs? I'd like to find something a little more natural to spray on them. TIA!