Bay Area Lyme Spotlight series
“When it comes to tick bites, knowing how to protect yourself makes a big difference. Wear long sleeves and pants, use insect repellent, and check your body (and your pets!) carefully after outdoor play. We are excited to share this information, so more people can enjoy the outdoors safely.”
– Amara and Audrey
Bay Area Lyme is proud to recognize Girl Scouts Amara and Audrey, whose Silver Award project, Tick Tactics: Outsmarting Nature’s Sneakiest Pests, has been officially accepted by Girl Scouts of Northern California.
Their work transforms complex science into engaging, accessible education, helping young people understand the risks of tick-borne diseases and how to stay safe outdoors.
With guidance and educational resources from Bay Area Lyme, this project reflects the power of community-driven prevention. By equipping the next generation with practical tools and knowledge, Amara and Audrey are extending the reach of Lyme awareness far beyond the classroom. Their achievement highlights an essential truth: prevention starts with education, and education starts early.
Bay Area Lyme is honored to support and inspire young leaders like Amara and Audrey, whose creativity, initiative, and commitment embody the future of Lyme disease prevention.
Congratulations on this outstanding accomplishment, and on lighting the path toward a healthier, more informed community!
This blog is part of our Bay Area Lyme Spotlights Series. Bay Area Lyme Foundation provides reliable, fact-based information so that prevention and the importance of early treatment are common knowledge. If you require a copy of this article in a bigger typeface and/or double-spaced layout, please contact us here. For more information about Bay Area Lyme, including our research and prevention programs, go to www.bayarealyme.org.