If you spot purple paint on your early morning hike, it might be best to turn around and find another route, because you might be trespassing. Many U.S. states abide by the "purple paint law," which ...

Many people have noticed purple markings on trees in their area, but the significance behind the color has left them scratching their heads. It has nothing to do with a community art project, nor ...

Hiking with my husband—a seasoned outdoorsman and former Eagle Scout—I’ve gotten used to spotting all kinds of odd things in the wild. Over time, I’ve learned that rock cairns, chalk arrows, ...