Poison Ivy Awareness
Poison ivy is present in some natural areas of the property. Please remain on maintained paths and avoid touching or disturbing unidentified vegetation.
Supervise children and any approved animals while outdoors.
Identifying Poison Ivy
Poison ivy commonly has three pointed leaflets. The edges may be smooth or toothed, and its appearance changes throughout the season:
- Reddish leaves in spring
- Green leaves in summer
- Yellow, orange or red leaves in fall
If you are unsure whether a plant is poison ivy, do not touch it.
If Contact May Have Occurred
Poison ivy contains an oil that can remain on skin, clothing, shoes, equipment and animal fur.
As soon as possible:
- Wash exposed skin with soap and plenty of cool water.
- Wash your hands before touching your face or eyes.
- Wash any clothing, shoes or equipment that may have contacted the plant.
- Avoid touching potentially contaminated items with bare hands.
The rash itself is not contagious. Reactions can occur through contact with plant oil remaining on contaminated surfaces or animal fur.
Medical Assistance
Call 8-1-1 for non-emergency health advice or seek medical care for a severe or widespread reaction, particularly one affecting the face or eyes.
Call 911 immediately for difficulty breathing or significant swelling, especially involving the face, mouth or throat.
HealthLink BC: Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac
Report Poison Ivy Near Guest Areas
If you identify suspected poison ivy near a maintained path, accommodation or other guest-use area, please do not touch or remove it. Notify the property team and include the location and a photo if it is safe to do so.
Phone: 250-902-5253
Email: bookings@thepointonwoodlake.ca
Poison Ivy Awareness
Poison ivy is present in some natural areas of the property. Please remain on maintained paths and avoid touching or disturbing unidentified vegetation.
Supervise children and any approved animals while outdoors.
Identifying Poison Ivy
Poison ivy commonly has three pointed leaflets. The edges may be smooth or toothed, and its appearance changes throughout the season:
- Reddish leaves in spring
- Green leaves in summer
- Yellow, orange or red leaves in fall
If you are unsure whether a plant is poison ivy, do not touch it.
If Contact May Have Occurred
Poison ivy contains an oil that can remain on skin, clothing, shoes, equipment and animal fur.
As soon as possible:
- Wash exposed skin with soap and plenty of cool water.
- Wash your hands before touching your face or eyes.
- Wash any clothing, shoes or equipment that may have contacted the plant.
- Avoid touching potentially contaminated items with bare hands.
The rash itself is not contagious. Reactions can occur through contact with plant oil remaining on contaminated surfaces or animal fur.
Medical Assistance
Call 8-1-1 for non-emergency health advice or seek medical care for a severe or widespread reaction, particularly one affecting the face or eyes.
Call 911 immediately for difficulty breathing or significant swelling, especially involving the face, mouth or throat.
HealthLink BC: Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac
Report Poison Ivy Near Guest Areas
If you identify suspected poison ivy near a maintained path, accommodation or other guest-use area, please do not touch or remove it. Notify the property team and include the location and a photo if it is safe to do so.
Phone: 250-902-5253
Email: bookings@thepointonwoodlake.ca
