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A field research team member holds a test tube containing blacklegged ticks. (Roman McKay/University of Ottawa), CC BY
How woodchips can help keep ticks off trails
Published: June 14, 2026 11.09am EDT
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After a cold Canadian winter, most of us look forward to the spring and summer months to get outside and experience the natural world, whether it’s hiking, biking, gardening or birdwatching.
In recent years, however, our outdoor activities have been challenged by a range of issues stemming from climate change: increased heatwaves, lower air quality due to wildfire …
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