Poison oak is not just in your section of the country. Over here in MA, it's everywhere. It mixes well with the poison ivy. I think there isn't really much difference between the two plants except the jagged leaf pattern.on the oak. I'm a great spotter. I hardly get it for that reason.
@mastermind That's great information. I wasn't aware of that. I thought you only had Poison Ivy out your way. I've become great at spotting it as well because it just tears me up. Thanks for stopping in!
I will get a very mild case of poison oak if I'm working in it a lot while in the woods. Its usually just on the underside of my fore arms where the skin is tender. Rule #1 if you are doing anything where poison oak is present: NEVER touch your "junk" when nature calls. Just flop it out and let it go keeping your possibly contaminated clothing well clear. Not many things in life is worse then poison oak on your penis. I'll take it anywhere else but there.
got in to some Sumac a couple years back this stuff is no good at all, worst month of my life. lol dawn dish soap bathes are the only thing that got it dried out and gone
I've had poison oak 3 times in my life, 1 very recently like 3 months ago. All 3 occasions I had broken out in serious rashes covering almost my entire body, including my penis, but this last exposure I had it on my face sealing my left eye completely shut. It was a nightmare. I used Zanfel which worked okay, but my best relief I found was taking 3-4 scolding hot showers daily, relieving the itch for hours on end which made the experience not as bad.
@LesiureBoy Man, I am really sorry to hear about your experience. I can't imagine how horrible your exposure was. Zanfel helps but as you learned, there is really no miracle cure. It's an unholy nightmare. I made this video hoping that I could save someone else some of the misery I have experienced. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your expeience with the rest of us. Good luck in the outdoors!
Great video. I've been exposed to it several times. I go disc golfing 4-5 days a week in parks riddled with it. I rely heavily on Tecnu Extreme and a cold shower after every day at the course, but by far the most important survival tactic is learning how to spot it... it's sad that this is so much tougher to do during the winter. One other thing that I find crucial is that you wash EVERYTHING that might have contacted it. The oil can stay on something for up to a year on any object.
@undiv1dual Thank you so much for the comment. I agree. Spotting it is the issue. Recently, I broke out around my ankles because I wore my old boots with low socks. The urishiol oil is a curse.... My problem is that I can't bare to cover myself from head to toe so every once in a while I forget the old lessons...and wind up with a break out - and there is my wife to ask me yet again why I still love the great outdoors. Take care my friend.
@undiv1dual yeah, I got it really bad disc golfing once. I washed everything and all was ok until I drove the next morning and put my arms on the armrests of my car. A little while later I started getting that all too familiar feeling..... The problem is I get it really bad and have to take steroids EVERY time I get it. There is no such thing as a mild case for me. I am REALLY glad I had medical coverage at the time, I would have been royally screwed if not.
@amerizilian I'm really sorry to hear that you are so sensitive to the oil. I used to only get mild cases. I am now VERY sensitive to it. You get worse over time. If you get exposed on a small area, you should experiment with the Zanfel paste. I tell you that it works great. Our local firemen use it in Southern California. Good luck to you friend.
I thank the higher powers that my fiancée and I do not get this poison. We hike a few times a week and go canyoneering at least once a month. We wade hip deep through this stuff often. We have also found a secret waterfall protected by this evil plant. It just kind of sucks that we can't share it with our friends because finding out your not immune to it is probably a very uncomfortable experience.
@flyerscup08 You are so fortunate not to be affected by Poison Oak. I have to warn you, however. It is documented that sensitivity to the oil increases over time. When I was younger, I never broke on in the rash. I am highly allergic to it now. I would still do everything possible to avoid it if I were you. Thanks for the comment and take care!
@enjoythewildUSA Ya...I read that "immunity" to it actually doesn't exist. I heard every time you come in contact with it, it lowers your natural tolerance until eventually you become susceptible to its oils. But I'm 36 and have spent a life time off the beaten path. I know my day will come...but hopefully it is later than sooner :) Thanks for the great vid!
@NFLization I know what you. Poison Oak is the Devil's weed. The very thought of a poison oak outbreak just gives me body shakes. I've had it too many times not to respect it and fear it.
This is an OUTSTANDING video by the way. I forgot to comment on the video and its clarity of information. You make great videos that are put together well and give the necessary information without over complicating it. Your video showed me alot of cool new ways to remember poison oak. Leaves of 3 let it be. Sweet! Since my inhalation of PO I took a hard look at what PO is and it's various stages of life/foilage. Again GREAT video.
@shoktroop Thank you shoktroop...after my 3rd brutal bout with poison oak, I thought I'd at least make a feeble attempt to teach others about it so that maybe a guy or two could avoid the nightmare that has been mine...
my personal favorite remedy for Poison oak is to go to the beach! Ya I know. The beach!? If you think abou it the SALT WATER is an astringent and the current is a gentle wash. I had the misfortune of having an IDIOT fellow camper put Poison oak branches into a fire! ya. U guessed it. It covered my body, I inhaled it. I was covered from head to toe. I live near an indian res and a American Indian medicine man told me to go to the beach and wade in the water. It friggen WORKED! Thats my two cents.
@shoktroop I am getting weak kneed just thinking about a a full body poison oak reaction. I haven't tried the beach immersion but I'll remember that if I ever have another bad reaction. Thanks for the comment Shoktroop!
The greatest cure for poison ivy, oak... is to work your but off in the hot sun without your shirt on. Get that rash exposed to sun-light while sweating a lot all day long. This is the fastest and surest cure. I've had a bad, weeping rash heal overnight after 1 day of sweating alot in the direct sunlight. The more sweat, the better. The more direct sunlight exposure on more skin, the more vitamin-D. Sweat out the toxins. I've had it for weeks with swollen limbs before learning about sweat
@louisgjordan2 Never tried that but I will if I pick up another rash. Thanks so much for your insight. If you can save someone else even a little suffering, taking the time to comment and share experiences is worth while. Really appreciate it, friend.
@parrott15 Well I've run into nettles more than a few times but they are no where near the problem of poison oak. Last year while deer hunting I ran through a patch and while it was painful, nothing compares to the brutal dermatitis that can last a month caused by poison oak. Maybe I'll do an identification video on nettles. Thanks for the comment. Personally my friend, I hope you avoid both. Just be aware that you become more sensitive to poison oak by repeated exposures.
I never took this shit seriously, until I came in contact with sumac. My finger has been infected for six weeks. A huge pain in the ...finger, believe me. Be careful!
@PrismaticRAYS .... seriously. It is hard to believe what a total, incredible nightmare this stuff is. That last case I got made me want to help others avoid this devilish, evil plant. Thanks for the comment bro.
@subzeroo3 Thanks so much for the feedback. Hopefully by sharing information we can prevent our fellow outdoor adventurers from suffering unnecessarily.
Thank you for great educational video! Just got poison ivy blisters all over my arms by raiking dry leaves from a backyard. Looks nasty! On steroids now and feeling better.
@dingloo555 ... Oh I feel so bad for you friend! I know how much you are suffering. If you are still itching, it might not hurt to try Zanfel. It's a miracle soapy paste that will get you feeling better. You can call the company also for some excellent over the phone advice. Feel free to pass my video along to anyone else you know that is trying to avoid a similar problem. I made it to help my fellow outdoors people. Take care and thank you for the comment.
WOW!!! Great Video . . I thought i was a expert at spotting poison oak myself but this guide taught me some things i had no idea were characteristics of the devils weed . . Keep these videos coming Excellent Job
I have vowed to never get poison oak again. My wife rolls her eyes when I say this because I just can't resist going into areas where the devil's weed is prevalent. Thanks for the comment!
Right on man....thanks. We live in the same area and do the same hikes. Have gotten a horrible case of oak from the remaining wooden part of the plant in the winter.
You are welcome. I just decided that if I could prevent one person from experiencing a wretched case of poison oak, the video was worth making. See you on the trail my friend.
Watch out for the ROOTS!!! I was gold panning in Mariposa, digging and pulling up roots(didn't know it was poison oak roots). My arms were burning in less than 5 min. and starting to turn red that quick. Was the worst i've ever had and i get it every year. Scars for 6 Months and blisters waaaayyyyy worse than yours.
Thank you for this info! Excellent tip my friend!!!!! I feel terrible for you. I can't imagine how much you suffered from that. Let's both try to avoid these problems in the future.
Poison Ivy. I have been taught from a young age to spot this stuff in its many different forms. Thats my job on the hike ... to let people know when I see this plant. So far I have not broke out in a rash. You have done an excellent job of scaring the hell out of me. I am hanging up my pack!
That's funny! That's exactly what my wife said. I only got the case I did, however, because I went off trail and through dense brush. I could have stayed on the trail, but that's not my style....and oh did I pay the price for it. I clearly need to get a little smarter.
..and because of my stupidity, I missed out on an epic backpacking trip to Catalina Island with my friends. While they were fishing and sleeping under the stars, I was at home itching and oozing. Nice.
I got nailed. It is just about the most irritating thing you can experience. I just didn't spot the winter variety and paid the price. I figured that I'd try to spare someone else the same misery by making the video. Thanks.
Poison oak is not just in your section of the country. Over here in MA, it's everywhere. It mixes well with the poison ivy. I think there isn't really much difference between the two plants except the jagged leaf pattern.on the oak. I'm a great spotter. I hardly get it for that reason.
mastermind 1 week ago
@mastermind That's great information. I wasn't aware of that. I thought you only had Poison Ivy out your way. I've become great at spotting it as well because it just tears me up. Thanks for stopping in!
enjoythewildUSA 6 days ago
fuck you nature
nauris708 2 months ago
I will get a very mild case of poison oak if I'm working in it a lot while in the woods. Its usually just on the underside of my fore arms where the skin is tender. Rule #1 if you are doing anything where poison oak is present: NEVER touch your "junk" when nature calls. Just flop it out and let it go keeping your possibly contaminated clothing well clear. Not many things in life is worse then poison oak on your penis. I'll take it anywhere else but there.
mikeamato100 2 months ago 3
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shadypyro415 3 months ago
got in to some Sumac a couple years back this stuff is no good at all, worst month of my life. lol dawn dish soap bathes are the only thing that got it dried out and gone
306cas 4 months ago
I've had poison oak 3 times in my life, 1 very recently like 3 months ago. All 3 occasions I had broken out in serious rashes covering almost my entire body, including my penis, but this last exposure I had it on my face sealing my left eye completely shut. It was a nightmare. I used Zanfel which worked okay, but my best relief I found was taking 3-4 scolding hot showers daily, relieving the itch for hours on end which made the experience not as bad.
LesiureBoy 4 months ago
@LesiureBoy Man, I am really sorry to hear about your experience. I can't imagine how horrible your exposure was. Zanfel helps but as you learned, there is really no miracle cure. It's an unholy nightmare. I made this video hoping that I could save someone else some of the misery I have experienced. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your expeience with the rest of us. Good luck in the outdoors!
enjoythewildUSA 4 months ago
poison ivy on my penis!
baseballplayer19971 6 months ago
@baseballplayer19971 Oh my Goodness.... I can't imagine anything worse. I would probably see a doctor. Good luck.
enjoythewildUSA 6 months ago
Great video. I've been exposed to it several times. I go disc golfing 4-5 days a week in parks riddled with it. I rely heavily on Tecnu Extreme and a cold shower after every day at the course, but by far the most important survival tactic is learning how to spot it... it's sad that this is so much tougher to do during the winter. One other thing that I find crucial is that you wash EVERYTHING that might have contacted it. The oil can stay on something for up to a year on any object.
undiv1dual 8 months ago
@undiv1dual Thank you so much for the comment. I agree. Spotting it is the issue. Recently, I broke out around my ankles because I wore my old boots with low socks. The urishiol oil is a curse.... My problem is that I can't bare to cover myself from head to toe so every once in a while I forget the old lessons...and wind up with a break out - and there is my wife to ask me yet again why I still love the great outdoors. Take care my friend.
enjoythewildUSA 8 months ago
@undiv1dual yeah, I got it really bad disc golfing once. I washed everything and all was ok until I drove the next morning and put my arms on the armrests of my car. A little while later I started getting that all too familiar feeling..... The problem is I get it really bad and have to take steroids EVERY time I get it. There is no such thing as a mild case for me. I am REALLY glad I had medical coverage at the time, I would have been royally screwed if not.
amerizilian 3 months ago
@amerizilian I'm really sorry to hear that you are so sensitive to the oil. I used to only get mild cases. I am now VERY sensitive to it. You get worse over time. If you get exposed on a small area, you should experiment with the Zanfel paste. I tell you that it works great. Our local firemen use it in Southern California. Good luck to you friend.
enjoythewildUSA 3 months ago
I thank the higher powers that my fiancée and I do not get this poison. We hike a few times a week and go canyoneering at least once a month. We wade hip deep through this stuff often. We have also found a secret waterfall protected by this evil plant. It just kind of sucks that we can't share it with our friends because finding out your not immune to it is probably a very uncomfortable experience.
flyerscup08 9 months ago
@flyerscup08 You are so fortunate not to be affected by Poison Oak. I have to warn you, however. It is documented that sensitivity to the oil increases over time. When I was younger, I never broke on in the rash. I am highly allergic to it now. I would still do everything possible to avoid it if I were you. Thanks for the comment and take care!
enjoythewildUSA 9 months ago
@enjoythewildUSA Ya...I read that "immunity" to it actually doesn't exist. I heard every time you come in contact with it, it lowers your natural tolerance until eventually you become susceptible to its oils. But I'm 36 and have spent a life time off the beaten path. I know my day will come...but hopefully it is later than sooner :) Thanks for the great vid!
flyerscup08 9 months ago
Why am I itching by just watching this video?!?
NFLization 9 months ago
@NFLization I know what you. Poison Oak is the Devil's weed. The very thought of a poison oak outbreak just gives me body shakes. I've had it too many times not to respect it and fear it.
enjoythewildUSA 9 months ago
This is an OUTSTANDING video by the way. I forgot to comment on the video and its clarity of information. You make great videos that are put together well and give the necessary information without over complicating it. Your video showed me alot of cool new ways to remember poison oak. Leaves of 3 let it be. Sweet! Since my inhalation of PO I took a hard look at what PO is and it's various stages of life/foilage. Again GREAT video.
shoktroop 10 months ago
@shoktroop Thank you shoktroop...after my 3rd brutal bout with poison oak, I thought I'd at least make a feeble attempt to teach others about it so that maybe a guy or two could avoid the nightmare that has been mine...
enjoythewildUSA 10 months ago
my personal favorite remedy for Poison oak is to go to the beach! Ya I know. The beach!? If you think abou it the SALT WATER is an astringent and the current is a gentle wash. I had the misfortune of having an IDIOT fellow camper put Poison oak branches into a fire! ya. U guessed it. It covered my body, I inhaled it. I was covered from head to toe. I live near an indian res and a American Indian medicine man told me to go to the beach and wade in the water. It friggen WORKED! Thats my two cents.
shoktroop 10 months ago
@shoktroop I am getting weak kneed just thinking about a a full body poison oak reaction. I haven't tried the beach immersion but I'll remember that if I ever have another bad reaction. Thanks for the comment Shoktroop!
enjoythewildUSA 10 months ago
The greatest cure for poison ivy, oak... is to work your but off in the hot sun without your shirt on. Get that rash exposed to sun-light while sweating a lot all day long. This is the fastest and surest cure. I've had a bad, weeping rash heal overnight after 1 day of sweating alot in the direct sunlight. The more sweat, the better. The more direct sunlight exposure on more skin, the more vitamin-D. Sweat out the toxins. I've had it for weeks with swollen limbs before learning about sweat
louisgjordan2 1 year ago
@louisgjordan2 Never tried that but I will if I pick up another rash. Thanks so much for your insight. If you can save someone else even a little suffering, taking the time to comment and share experiences is worth while. Really appreciate it, friend.
enjoythewildUSA 1 year ago
@enjoythewildUSA what about stinging nettles?
parrott15 1 year ago
@parrott15 Well I've run into nettles more than a few times but they are no where near the problem of poison oak. Last year while deer hunting I ran through a patch and while it was painful, nothing compares to the brutal dermatitis that can last a month caused by poison oak. Maybe I'll do an identification video on nettles. Thanks for the comment. Personally my friend, I hope you avoid both. Just be aware that you become more sensitive to poison oak by repeated exposures.
enjoythewildUSA 1 year ago
I never took this shit seriously, until I came in contact with sumac. My finger has been infected for six weeks. A huge pain in the ...finger, believe me. Be careful!
PrismaticRAYS 1 year ago
@PrismaticRAYS .... seriously. It is hard to believe what a total, incredible nightmare this stuff is. That last case I got made me want to help others avoid this devilish, evil plant. Thanks for the comment bro.
enjoythewildUSA 1 year ago
great video
very educational thank you
subzeroo3 1 year ago
@subzeroo3 Thanks so much for the feedback. Hopefully by sharing information we can prevent our fellow outdoor adventurers from suffering unnecessarily.
enjoythewildUSA 1 year ago
Thank you for great educational video! Just got poison ivy blisters all over my arms by raiking dry leaves from a backyard. Looks nasty! On steroids now and feeling better.
dingloo555 1 year ago
@dingloo555 ... Oh I feel so bad for you friend! I know how much you are suffering. If you are still itching, it might not hurt to try Zanfel. It's a miracle soapy paste that will get you feeling better. You can call the company also for some excellent over the phone advice. Feel free to pass my video along to anyone else you know that is trying to avoid a similar problem. I made it to help my fellow outdoors people. Take care and thank you for the comment.
enjoythewildUSA 1 year ago
WOW!!! Great Video . . I thought i was a expert at spotting poison oak myself but this guide taught me some things i had no idea were characteristics of the devils weed . . Keep these videos coming Excellent Job
BDogs15 1 year ago
I'm glad you liked it.
My goal was to prevent
someone else from
suffering in a similar manner!
Enjoy the trail my friend!
enjoythewildUSA 1 year ago
Great information! Ouch, that rash looks nasty! Hope you recuperate soon!
ConejoValleyGuide 2 years ago
I have vowed to never get poison oak again. My wife rolls her eyes when I say this because I just can't resist going into areas where the devil's weed is prevalent. Thanks for the comment!
enjoythewildUSA 2 years ago
Right on man....thanks. We live in the same area and do the same hikes. Have gotten a horrible case of oak from the remaining wooden part of the plant in the winter.
SylvanSky05 2 years ago 2
You are welcome. I just decided that if I could prevent one person from experiencing a wretched case of poison oak, the video was worth making. See you on the trail my friend.
enjoythewildUSA 2 years ago
Watch out for the ROOTS!!! I was gold panning in Mariposa, digging and pulling up roots(didn't know it was poison oak roots). My arms were burning in less than 5 min. and starting to turn red that quick. Was the worst i've ever had and i get it every year. Scars for 6 Months and blisters waaaayyyyy worse than yours.
direwoof3 2 years ago
Thank you for this info! Excellent tip my friend!!!!! I feel terrible for you. I can't imagine how much you suffered from that. Let's both try to avoid these problems in the future.
enjoythewildUSA 2 years ago
Good info
tim3jones 2 years ago
Poison Ivy. I have been taught from a young age to spot this stuff in its many different forms. Thats my job on the hike ... to let people know when I see this plant. So far I have not broke out in a rash. You have done an excellent job of scaring the hell out of me. I am hanging up my pack!
EconoChallenge 2 years ago
That's funny! That's exactly what my wife said. I only got the case I did, however, because I went off trail and through dense brush. I could have stayed on the trail, but that's not my style....and oh did I pay the price for it. I clearly need to get a little smarter.
enjoythewildUSA 2 years ago
..and because of my stupidity, I missed out on an epic backpacking trip to Catalina Island with my friends. While they were fishing and sleeping under the stars, I was at home itching and oozing. Nice.
enjoythewildUSA 2 years ago
Very informative video. Man looks like you got it bad. I havent had a problem with it yet...Hehe
davidsquall351 2 years ago
I got nailed. It is just about the most irritating thing you can experience. I just didn't spot the winter variety and paid the price. I figured that I'd try to spare someone else the same misery by making the video. Thanks.
enjoythewildUSA 2 years ago