Table 1.

Preferences for precautionary measures during future visits to the countryside following the factor analysis

Factor	Items loading on each factor	Reliability of the factor	Mean (SD)
Precautions during-visit to the countryside	Keep to the main paths M = 2.62, SD = 1.38, n = 113	α = . 73	M = 3.26, SD = 1.14
	Cover exposed skin with clothing M = 3.76, SD = 1.29, n = 124
	Use insect repellent M = 3.15, SD = 1.35, n = 111
Precautions after-visit to the countryside	Check dogs for ticks M = 3.25, SD = 1.37, n = 95	r = . 43	M = 4.04, SD = 0.98
	Check exposed skin for ticks M = 4.45, SD = 0.88, n = 128