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How can campers choose a lower-exposure pitch?

Choose a maintained open pitch away from dense vegetation and animal paths where possible, while recognising that no outdoor site can be guaranteed tick-free.

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Short answer

Choose a maintained open pitch away from dense vegetation and animal paths where possible, while recognising that no outdoor site can be guaranteed tick-free.

At a glance

Choose a maintained open pitch away from dense vegetation and animal paths where possible, while recognising that no outdoor site can be guaranteed tick-free. Adapt the plan to habitat, duration and mobility. Clothing, repellent, route choices and checks work together while preserving normal outdoor activity.

Key takeaways

• Choose a maintained open pitch away from dense vegetation and animal paths where possible, while recognising that no outdoor site can be guaranteed tick-free.

• Adapt the plan to habitat, duration and mobility. Clothing, repellent, route choices and checks work together while preserving normal outdoor activity.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Choose a maintained open pitch away from dense vegetation and animal paths where possible, while recognising that no outdoor site can be guaranteed tick-free.

Use it in context

Adapt the plan to habitat, duration and mobility. Clothing, repellent, route choices and checks work together while preserving normal outdoor activity.

Next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.