What is a simple way to prevent tick bites while orienteering?

Do tick checks and cover up.

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  1. Run faster than the ticks
  2. Ignore them completely
  3. Do tick checks and cover up ✔

Why: Tick checks and protective clothing reduce the chance of tick bites.

Huh, didn't know that: Tick checks and protective clothing reduce the chance of tick bites.

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Tick checks keep you from being ticked off later.
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Answer: Do tick checks and cover up. Tick checks and protective clothing reduce the chance of tick bites.

  1. Scouting America: Orienteering www.scouting.org/merit-badges/orienteering
    Tick Checks (video)
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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