Don’t let critters wreck your summer:

A guide to creepy crawlers, itchy rashes, unwanted guests

Summer in Northeast Washington is a perfect time to explore the outdoors – from lakes and trails to campgrounds and backyards. But along with the sunshine and fresh air come some less-welcome visitors: mosquitoes, ticks, flies, swimmer’s itch, poison ivy, and even bats. The good news? A little know-how goes a long way when it comes to preventing bites, stings, rashes, and other nature-related nuisances.