If you are homesick for the East Coast’s or Midwest’s fall colors in the woods, enjoy the autumnal red of poison oak — from a distance! Poison oak is incredibly varied. It can be a vine festooning ...

Autumn can be so beautiful. Even the poison oak. On a hike last weekend, some of the poison oak plants were as pretty as they get: pink, purple and gold leaves, with white berries drying on the vine.

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — The official start of summer is nearing, which means more West Virginians will head outdoors to go hiking and camping. The Mountain State is known for its natural beauty, and while ...

Poison oak and poison ivy come from different plants. However, the rash and symptoms come from the toxic oil called urushiol, which is found in both plants. If you frequently spend time in nature, you ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Whether you are working outside or enjoying some time outdoors, it’s important to know how to spot and protect yourself from poisonous plants. Sap oil – known as urushiol – ...

Submitted photo 'Leaves of three, let it be.' Poison oak in the landscape. Our neighbors have already asked about poison oak. Seems like the rainy weather has spurred growth of this noxious weed. Both ...

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — The official start of summer is nearing, which means more people will head outdoors to go hiking and camping. While it’s worth experiencing for yourself, there are some ...