Ticks are insects that attach to you or your pets and have the potential to transmit diseases once they start feeding. They cannot jump or fly, but often climb grasses and shrubs in order to come in contact with people or animals walking by. Reduce the ticks in your yard by keeping leaf litter, tall grasses, shrubs, and bushes away from areas you use regularly. If you’re heading out for a hike, check out ways to avoid this problem pest.