From the earliest settlements to modern suburban expansion, human activity has continually reshaped the American landscape—often with unintended consequences.
This session explores the historical and ecological factors that have contributed to the rise of tick-borne diseases, tracing how our land-use choices created ideal conditions for ticks to thrive.
Through this case study, participants will gain insight into the complex relationship between people, the environment, and public health, and consider what these lessons mean for the future.
Who is this for?
-- General audiences interested in nature, wildlife, and the environment
-- Public health professionals and educators
-- Outdoor enthusiasts, gardeners, landowners, and people who work outdoors
-- Arborists, urban foresters, and foresters
-- Students and lifelong learners curious about ticks and tick-borne disease
What will you learn?
-- How centuries of human choices—from farming to forest regrowth—reshaped tick habitats
-- Why certain wildlife species make ideal hosts for ticks
-- How climate and invasive species are driving new tick invasions
-- What these trends mean for our health, our pets, and our environment
Continuing education credits are available.
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Visit the Penn State Extension website for more information on many other educational opportunities.
[Posted: December 22, 2025] PA Environment Digest
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