[decimon]

I try to stay out of the woods unless it is a cold winter’s day.

After the first freezing temperatures is what I hear. Don't know if that's true.

[HollyB]

I always thought that was true too, but the ticks around here are hardy, I have found them much after freezes have taken place. We found one on our dog when it was snowing out a few weeks ago. It’s crazy. I’m starting to wonder if they ever go away.