It never hurts to have a refresher on how we should treat our environment. Here are the basic principles of the Leave No Trace concept, which should be followed by anyone who has thoughts of enjoying the outdoors. It is my wish to have the forest, deserts, wetlands, tundra, and all wild lands around for my great great grandchildren's children to experience and treasure as I do. We must all work together to conserve, preserve, and educate!
1. Plan ahead and prepare
2. Travel and camp on durable surfaces
3. Dispose of waste properly
4. Leave what you find
5. Minimize campfire impacts
6. Respect wildlife
7. Be considerate of other visitors
Don't forget to always pack it out, leaving everything more pristine than how you found it.
For more information:
www.lnt.org/main.html
www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leave_No_Trace
www.girlscouts.org/for_adults/volunteering/articles/leave_no_trace.asp
Friday, October 26, 2007
Leave No Trace
Labels:
activism,
backpacking,
camping,
conservation,
hiking,
leave no trace,
preservation
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