Whether you’re walking along a city sidewalk or hiking deep in the forest, you might occasionally notice paint marks on tree trunks (or even a metal band once in a while). Those paint marks are codes ...

An orange circle painted on a tree in the woods - Mbprojekt_maciej_bledowski/Getty Images It's not unusual to spot markings on trees while walking through wooded areas, but one color, in particular, ...

There are 19 states where if you see purple paint on trees or fence posts while out hiking, you should leave immediately. That's because purple paint denotes private property in these areas, which ...

It's not unusual to spot markings on trees while walking through wooded areas, but one color, in particular, may catch your eye. While the meaning can vary slightly based on region or landowner intent ...