[header] How to prevent tick bites [title] Wear the right clothing. [step] Clothing is the first line of defense against ticks. It's important that you choose clothes that both cover your body and show ticks easily if they climb onto you. 
[substeps] Wear clothing with long sleeves and long pants to protect your arms and legs. Tuck your pants into your socks and tuck your shirt into your pants to prevent ticks from having access to your skin.