
Protecting people, pets & pollinators, Naturally!

Drawing from our two decades of experience as Lyme educators and pest management professionals, we have developed Tick BYTES, an eco-friendly, botanical DIY protocol that equips you with the knowledge and skills to protect your family from vector-borne diseases and pests.
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Pollinators play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem.
Discover why botanicals are effective eco-friendly pest solutions that protect your property while safeguarding your family and beneficial insects.

Learn more about reducing the risk of contracting vector-borne diseases, finding effective ways to protect your family and pets from these diseases, and exploring science-based resources to make informed decisions.



Do you have ticks or mosquitoes on your property?
Do you want to treat your property on your own schedule using eco-friendly products?
Our unique Tick BYTES model provides you with proven strategies, educational resources, and best practices to better protect your family from future tick and mosquito encounters while utilizing eco-friendly chemistry.
Barb and Bob Maurais, with over 20 years of experience as tick educators and Bob’s pest management professional certification, are pleased to offer this step-by-step Time to Treat for Ticks and Mosquitoes DIY Guide.
With over 20 years of experience in community-based educational seminars and on-the-job fieldwork, we’ve learned a lot about ticks and tick-borne illnesses. We’ve discovered that ticks are everywhere in our local area, and they can have a big impact on our health. We’ve also found that seniors and children are especially vulnerable to Lyme disease. We’ve learned how to create safe and effective landscapes that protect people and pets from ticks. We’ve also learned how to use natural pesticides that are safer for the environment. If you’re interested in learning how to treat your own property safely and effectively, take a look inside our DIY guide.