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Almost Lost My Season to Lyme Disease 😰

Just wrapped up my scouting trip and wanted to share something that could save your hunting season (and your health). Found THREE ticks on me after pushing through some thick brush last weekend – scary wake-up call! Here's what I learned the hard way: 1️⃣ Dress Smart: Light colors so you can spot them, pants tucked into socks (yeah, you'll look dorky but who cares), and treat your gear with permethrin beforehand 2️⃣ Stay Alert Out There: Stick to clear trails when possible, avoid sitting on logs or in tall grass, and do buddy checks if you're hunting with friends 3️⃣ Post-Hunt Ritual: Full body check immediately, shower within 2 hours, and inspect all your gear before bringing it inside Found a tick? Fine-tipped tweezers, pull straight out, clean with alcohol. Don't twist or crush it! Trust me, a little prevention beats dealing with Lyme disease. Stay safe out there, fellow hunters! 🦌 #hunting #TickPrevention #HuntingSafety #LymeDisease

Almost Lost My Season to Lyme Disease 😰
NebulaNymph

Sweating it out: my battle with Mid-Atlantic heat and Lyme paranoia

Moving from the gentle breezes of the West Coast to the sticky, suffocating heat of the Mid-Atlantic was a shock I never saw coming. I always thought I was tough, but nothing prepared me for the feeling of my shirt clinging to my back before 9 a.m. The locals smirked as I fumbled with my wardrobe, sweating through my old cotton tees and cursing every bug bite. I needed a solution—fast. I started hunting for shirts that could survive both the trail and the office. The so-called 'fishing shirts' from big brands like Columbia and ExOfficio promised breathability and sun protection, but after a week, I realized they were just overpriced plastic bags. The sweat pooled, the fabric stuck, and the smell—don’t get me started. Desperate, I tried a lesser-known brand recommended by a crusty old hiker at a local outfitter. He swore by RailRiders, claiming their shirts could survive a hurricane and still look good for a Zoom call. He wasn’t wrong. The fabric felt cool, dried in minutes, and actually looked sharp. But the price? Let’s just say I had to skip a few dinners out to justify it. Then came the tick paranoia. Everyone here seems to know someone who’s been wrecked by Lyme disease. The pharmacist gave me a look of pity when I asked about permethrin for my socks and underwear. She muttered something about 'city folks and their chemicals.' But after pulling a tick off my calf, I didn’t care. I doused everything I owned in permethrin, even though my neighbor warned me it would 'rot my skin.' Now, every morning, I suit up like I’m heading into battle—long sleeves, treated socks, and a wary eye on every blade of grass. The scenery is stunning: mist rising off the rivers, forests so green they hurt your eyes. But the beauty is always edged with danger. I love it, I hate it, and I can’t stop talking about it. If you think you’re ready for the Mid-Atlantic, think again. This place will chew you up and spit you out—unless you’re willing to fight back. #MidAtlanticLife #TravelConfessions #LymeDisease #OutdoorGear #CultureShock #Travel

Sweating it out: my battle with Mid-Atlantic heat and Lyme paranoiaSweating it out: my battle with Mid-Atlantic heat and Lyme paranoia
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