Tick... Tick... Tick!
It’s tick season, and the bloodthirsty insects seem to be everywhere. In Michigan, June is the peak time for ticks. More than a nuisance, ticks can convey blood-borne pathogens that can cause illnesses such as Lyme Disease.  Ticks have been found at the Loch Alpine playground, and in areas of tall grass and meadow growth (like former golf courses).

 

There are tick repellents you can apply to your yard, but pest control companies appear to be discouraged or prohibited from spraying tick repellent on playgrounds. The best defenses are: frequent tick checks and removal when you or your children or pets have been outside; tick repellents that can be applied to your clothes – but read the labels about applying sprays to skin – and check with your veterinarian about safe tick repellents for your dog or cat.

 

More information about ticks can be found in this article from Michigan Medicine, on the Washtenaw County website and on the State of Michigan website.
 
Upcoming Lakes Treatment
The next application of algae and aquatic weed control on our lakes will take place the week of June 23. Minimum 24-hour no swimming in the lakes -- people and pets. Keep your pets from drinking lake water for 14 days following treatment. 

 

Please also refer to the notices posted around the lakes and on many mail-posts for important details. Treatment details can be found on our website.