Practical guidanceWorldwide with United Kingdom guidance where relevant

How should trail runners protect themselves from ticks?

Choose clothing and repellent suitable for exertion, avoid brushing vegetation, secure openings and check the body, shoes and kit promptly after the run.

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Short answer

Choose clothing and repellent suitable for exertion, avoid brushing vegetation, secure openings and check the body, shoes and kit promptly after the run.

At a glance

Choose clothing and repellent suitable for exertion, avoid brushing vegetation, secure openings and check the body, shoes and kit promptly after the run. Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

Key takeaways

• Choose clothing and repellent suitable for exertion, avoid brushing vegetation, secure openings and check the body, shoes and kit promptly after the run.

• Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the 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 clothing and repellent suitable for exertion, avoid brushing vegetation, secure openings and check the body, shoes and kit promptly after the run.

Use it in context

Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

Practical 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.