Hello all,

I've had too much coffee (after an evening nap) so am up and browsing online a bit. I came across this interesting bit of information about "Stinging Trees!!!" ... am I correct in thinking that I/we will see some of these trees and bushes in our visits and driving?

http://www.abc.net.au/science/k2/moments/s243639.htm

We don't have stinging trees around here, but we do have "Stinging Nettles" - and thistles - poke you and sting of course. Also Poison Ivy and Poison Oak (severe itch and rash) )

Stinging Nettle:
http://www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/cro...bkq00s07a.html

Thistles:
http://www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/cro.../fab05s00.html

Poison Oak and Poison Ivy:
http://www.wildfirenews.com/fire/articles/oak.html

Karmen