I plan to scout for potential sites that are optimal for tick sampling. I will conduct baseline tick surveys in oak woodland and chaparral settings. If fire has occurred on the property (~within 5 years), I will be sampling ticks in burned and non-burned areas. Site scouting and tick sampling should take less than 5 hours. I will be traveling by foot on the reserve, unless more ideal tick and fire locations are preferentially accessible by car. I will also require overnight accommodations, if field lodging is not available, I will require an area to set up my own tent and kitchen cook wear.

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