Fresh Tips from the Outdoor Itch Experts

Does Poison Ivy Itch as It Heals?
Poison ivy is the nemesis of many outdoor adventurers. Whether you’re hiking, gardening, or simply exploring the woods, an accidental brush with this plant can lead to days or even...
Does Poison Ivy Itch as It Heals?
Poison ivy is the nemesis of many outdoor adventurers. Whether you’re hiking, gardening, or simply exploring the woods, an accidental brush with this plant can lead to days or even...

Don't Skip the Wash: Why Removing Poison Ivy Oil Matters
Whether hiking in the great outdoors or simply tending to your garden, there's nothing quite as aggravating as brushing against poison ivy. That telltale itch is your body's way of...
Don't Skip the Wash: Why Removing Poison Ivy Oil Matters
Whether hiking in the great outdoors or simply tending to your garden, there's nothing quite as aggravating as brushing against poison ivy. That telltale itch is your body's way of...

Why Worry About Poison Ivy Vines
Poison ivy is infamous for the itchy, blistering rash it causes, but many people focus only on the leaves when trying to avoid contact. What often gets overlooked are the...
Why Worry About Poison Ivy Vines
Poison ivy is infamous for the itchy, blistering rash it causes, but many people focus only on the leaves when trying to avoid contact. What often gets overlooked are the...

Poison Ivy as a Vine: Spotting the Leafless Winter Danger
When most people think of poison ivy, they picture it as a low-growing shrub or brush, spreading its infamous three-leaf clusters across forest floors and trails. However, poison ivy has...
Poison Ivy as a Vine: Spotting the Leafless Winter Danger
When most people think of poison ivy, they picture it as a low-growing shrub or brush, spreading its infamous three-leaf clusters across forest floors and trails. However, poison ivy has...

How Poison Ivy Lurks in Winter
Most people think poison ivy is only a warm-weather problem, with its lush green leaves posing a threat during hikes, yard work, or camping trips. But here’s the catch: poison...
How Poison Ivy Lurks in Winter
Most people think poison ivy is only a warm-weather problem, with its lush green leaves posing a threat during hikes, yard work, or camping trips. But here’s the catch: poison...

Winter Hiking Layers: Don't Skip Washing Clothes with Poison Ivy Oils
Winter hiking often brings a sense of security when it comes to poison ivy and poison oak. With layers of clothing protecting your skin from the elements, it’s easy to...
Winter Hiking Layers: Don't Skip Washing Clothes with Poison Ivy Oils
Winter hiking often brings a sense of security when it comes to poison ivy and poison oak. With layers of clothing protecting your skin from the elements, it’s easy to...