Because safety matters. On the trail and off.
It’s got a little Lizard on it, but blasts a big signal.
After decades of time in the outdoors, we can honestly say this: we’ve never felt safer than we do in the woods.
The people we meet on the trail are kind, helpful, and grounded. And despite the scary stories we sometimes hear, most wild creatures are far more afraid of us than we are of them. Also, porcupines cannot shoot their quills. That is a myth.
Still, any seasoned outdoor enthusiast knows that preparation matters. And these days, we’re all a little more aware that having simple tools for safety isn’t just practical — it’s caring.
That’s why you should always carry your Purple Lizard Whistle.
Why Carry a Whistle?
- A whistle is a small, simple, and surprisingly powerful safety tool. It can be used to:
- Alert others if you’re in trouble
- Warn people nearby of potential danger
- Get attention quickly in an emergency
- Scare off or deter people — or, very rarely, animals — who may pose a threat
- Bonus: If you’re a boater, a whistle is legally required gear in many jurisdictions.
Product Details
- Tough, lightweight purple plastic
- Purple coiled band keeps it close for when you need it
- Easy to clip to your pack, PFD, or wrist
- Features a tiny Purple Lizard sticker
Grab One for Yourself — Or a Few for Your People
A tiny Purple Lizard reminds you that you’re part of a community that looks out for one another, on the trail and off.
These ship free with a map or other gear. Grab one, or even better, grab a Family & Friends 5-Pack or the Group Hike 20-Pack and make your world a little safer.
Then head into the woods and breathe easy.
Happy whistling. 💜
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What Lizard Map Customers Say:
"Thank you for making such amazing, thought provoking, and humorous maps. (Who’d ever think you could say these things about a map?!) Purple Lizard maps take adventuring to the next level!"
Lisa
"Got my map today in time to plan our biking/hiking/rafting trip to Ohiopyle State Park next week. This map is so frigging detailed I told my wife we don’t even need to take the trip – we can just find endless adventures simply gazing at the map!"
Gordon in NC
I am finding more and more value in your maps primarily because you have updated trails, and have added new trails, that may not show on even the latest USGS 7.5 Minute topos ... and of course there are many new roads that have been put in over the last 20-30 years that again, are not on many of the latest USGS topos."
