It’s the height of summer and the forecast is looking very sunny, providing great conditions for water sports on local lakes. That also means a higher risk of swimmer's itch, which is linked to another feature of summer that many people enjoy: the presence of waterfowl.

Have Fun In Local Lakes, But Look Out For Swimmer's Itch

Stories about the environment focused on the Pacific Northwest, with many from KNKX's Environment reporter, Bellamy Pailthorp.

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Have Fun In Local Lakes, But Look Out For Swimmer's Itch

Have Fun In Local Lakes, But Look Out For Swimmer's Itch