🛑 Tick Season in Western New York: What You Need to Know in 2025
📍 A Growing Concern in WNY
As temperatures rise, so does the risk of tick exposure—and 2025 is shaping up to be one of the worst tick seasons on record in Western New York.
Whether you're enjoying trails in the Finger Lakes, setting up camp near Letchworth, or gardening in your own backyard, ticks are now a daily risk, not just a seasonal nuisance.
📊 Quick Facts – Tick Activity in 2025
Tick encounters are up 30% across WNY
1 in 3 ticks in the region now test positive for Lyme disease
May through October is the peak season
Tick-borne illnesses are being reported in suburban and even urban areas
🧬 “We’re seeing more tick-borne infections in areas where they used to be rare,” says a 2025 report from NY State Health.
🦠 What Can Ticks Carry?
Ticks in New York are capable of spreading more than Lyme. Here are a few to watch for:
Lyme Disease – Early signs include fatigue, rashes, and joint pain
Anaplasmosis – Causes fever, chills, and muscle aches
Babesiosis – Affects red blood cells and can be severe in vulnerable individuals
🌿 The Natural Way to Protect Yourself
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🧴 Key Ingredients & Benefits:
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Tea Tree, Cedarwood & Patchouli – Antimicrobial + calming
MBC Body Mist – Hydrating, non-sticky base
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🌿 Perfect for:
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✔️ Backyard BBQs
✔️ Dog walks
✔️ Gardening
✔️ Daily wear outdoors
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👣 Don’t Let Ticks Take the Joy Out of Nature
Western New Yorkers love the outdoors—don’t let ticks stop you from enjoying it. With BotaniGuard, you can stay protected without compromising your health or the planet.
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