(Undated)- The summer season is here. As you plan for the pool and camping, officials say you should include bug spray. According to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, tick season reaches its peak from April through September. Researchers say they expect ticks to be abundant. They urge you to be on alert when spending time outdoors. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says ticks can carry multiple diseases, including Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.
