Insect Repellent Health and Safety

Wildfires are becoming more common; learn how to plan for and avoid them, and get tips on reading and reacting to wildfires when you’re outdoors.

Seeing wildlife can be a highlight of a day outside. But some up-close encounters can be a nuisance or dangerous. Learn more about wildlife encounters

When a planned hike becomes unmanageable or potentially dangerous, it's important to know when to call it quits. This guide explains how to bail on a hike.

Learn how to combat mosquitoes, ticks and flies with DEET, picaridin and natural lotions, air-emitted repellents and permethrin-treated clothing.

Learn how to choose and resupply a first-aid kit for the outdoors or make your own from scratch.

Learn how to use sunscreen to guard against UV radiation. Topics include ingredients, SPF, UVB, UVA, broad spectrum, and water resistance.