Episode 219: Deer Ticks Are Spreading Across Canada… Here’s Why

Thank you to today's sponsors!- The Invasive Species Centre: Protecting Canada’s land and water from invasive species- SAIL: The Ultimate Destination for your Outdoor Adventures- J&B Cycle and Marine: Your Home for all things powersports, boats, and equipment- Freedom Cruise Canada: Rent the boat, own the memories- Anglers Leaderboard: Real-time AI angling platform where everyone is welcome, and every catch counts!In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, we dive deep into the growing tick problem across Canada, including Lyme disease, real-world risks, and what every outdoorsman needs to know before heading out this season.We’re joined by Dr. Catherine Bouchard of the Public Health Agency of Canada, who breaks down:Why tick populations are exploding in CanadaHow Lyme disease actually spreadsThe real odds of getting infectedWhat happens if you miss a tick biteThe most effective ways to protect yourselfWe also share real stories from the field, including extreme bug conditions, close calls, and what it’s actually like dealing with ticks while filming in remote locations.If you spend any time outdoors, this is information you can’t afford to ignore.Watch now before your next trip.00:00 Intro02:00 Why ticks are a growing problem08:00 YouTube controversy and flagged episode21:00 What happens if ticks disappear36:00 Expert interview: Dr. Catherine Bouchard44:00 Lyme disease explained52:00 How ticks spread and infect1:00:00 Real risks and symptoms1:08:00 How to protect yourself outdoors1:20:00 Final takeaways