Talk about the leave no trace principles with your friends on your. It increases selfconfidence and opportunities for learning more about nature. The list of resources below are the key training course definition documents of the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics and the bsas outdoor ethics subcommittee, and the compiled list. The 7 principles leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. A leave no trace lesson plan section hikers backpacking blog. To educate, encourage, and solicit active participation in the wise and sustaining use of the back country resource by horsemen and the general public commensurate with our heritage and. Lnt practices in marine environments are different from practices in the desert. Plan ahead and prepare know the regulations and identify the lnt practices appropriate for your area. Furthermore, backcountry campers create waste water from certain activities and fecal waste which requires proper disposal according to leave no trace principles. Be considerate of other visitors the seven principles of leave no trace neii177 3. A longtime nonprofit partner supported by rei, the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics conducts service projects and educational programs worldwide. Preserving the beauty and maintaining our access to the land. The fourth mission statement of the back country horsemen organization is.
The centers best practices are embodied in the leave no trace seven principles 1999 by the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. The leave no trace principles of outdoor ethics form the framework of leave no traces message. Poor planning often results in miserable campers and damage to natural and cultural resources. Leave no trace for every kid is a program that helps young people learn how responsible actions can help protect the outdoors.
Urinating in the woods is not a violation of leave no trace. Know the type of terrain and possible weather conditions you might encounter. Share your knowledge about leave no trace with others. Bsa leave no trace trainer course resources outdoor ethics bsa. We should all practice leave no trace in our thinking and actions, wherever we go. The fs employees are responsible for administering, overseeing and enforcing the laws, policies and regulations that are set by congress and the department of agriculture while together with the help of all citizens we take care of the land. This activity is ideal for events such as national public lands day or black rock. Back country horsemen of oregon volunteers spend thousands hours each year working to maintain trails on our public lands, and meeting with state and federal land mangers to ensure equestrian access is maintained. Leave no trace ireland provides research, education and outreach so every person who ventures outside can protect and enjoy the outdoors responsibly. If no trash receptacles are available, visitors should carry out all trash from what they have brought in. The memberdriven leave no trace center for outdoor ethics teaches people how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. The principles of leave no trace boy scouts of america. The leave no trace educators kit environment yukon. The leave no trace educators kit this package is designed as an aid to instructing students in leave no trace techniques.
The most effective way to teach leave no trace principles is experiential, by having participants demonstrate the principles to their peers in the context of a hiking, canoeing, or outdoor trip. Teach participants leave no trace principles by showing them a firsthand example of a highimpact campsite. Girl scouting and leave no trace a collection of outdoor activities for girls g irl scoutings three keys to leadershipthe basis for all girl activities and the principles of leave no trace both encourage responsible personal behavior, teaming with others and respect for the environment. The principles have been adapted so they can be applied in your backyard or your. It will help youth and adults alike catch the spirit of leave no trace and its importance in their lives in helping keep the great outdoors great. Know the regulations and special concerns for the area youll visit. The seven principles of leave no trace provide an easily understood framework of minimum impact practices for anyone visiting the outdoors. Leave no trace is not a simple program for visiting the outdoors.
Bsa leave no trace 101 course resources outdoor ethics. Leave no trace pledge i promise to practice the leave no trace principles wherever i go. Be kind to other visitors outdoor code as an american, i will do my best to be clean in my outdoor manners, be careful with fire. This works well for stationed events where participants rotate through various educational stations. This program is for individuals interested in developing and strengthening their personal outdoor ethic through discussions and activities with fellow participants and instructors. Leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect wildlife and be considerate of other visitors. Travel and camp on durable surfaces learn when to hike together and when to spread out across the tundra. Outdoor code as an american, i will do my best to be clean in my outdoor manners, be careful with fire. Ive been a certified leave no trace trainer since 2006, but you dont need to be an expert to teach others how to leave no trace.
Leave no trace builds awareness, appreciation and respect for our wildlands. Publications leave no trace new zealand promote and. Ensuring people practice leave no trace is essential. Even creating or contributing to a cairn is not generally accepted by leave no trace principles. The principles apply at home, in our neighborhoods, and in our local parks as much as in the backcountry. Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies. By shopping on leave no trace youre not only supporting our mission, but youre supporting our planet.
When you post pics from your trips on social media, include info about how to leave no trace. The principles of leave no trace the bsa is committed to leave no trace, is a nationally recognized outdoor skills and ethics awareness program. Leave no trace principles leave no trace canada outdoor. Visitors views of leave no trace principles across a national park, a national forest and three state parks preprint pdf available may 2018 with 329 reads how we measure reads. Leave no trace principles for horsemen back country. Bsa leave no trace trainer course resources outdoor. The principles of leave no trace the principles of leave no trace might seem unimportant until you consider the combined effects of millions of outdoor visitors. The list of resources below are the key training course definition documents of the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics and the bsas outdoor ethics subcommittee, and the compiled list of resource items referenced by those documents. The twoday trainer course is designed to provide an introduction to leave no trace and its principles. Be friendly and give them the benefit of the doubt. This leave no trace activity handbook will provide a variety of activities to teach the leave no trace principles and provide a good foundation to build your own additional activities. Minimize impacts by keeping groups small and avoiding high use times for the trail. And if you see a stranger doing something notsoethical, consider talking to them about it.
It prepares you to leave no trace and minimizes resource damage. Participants will be able to list at least four of the seven principles and one way to follow each of them. Take breaks and camp away from trails and other visitors. Pdf visitors views of leave no trace principles across a. The leave no trace seven principles national park trust. Girl scouting and leave no trace a collection of outdoor activities for girls g irl scoutings three keys to leadershipthe basis for all girl activities and the principles of leave no trace both encourage responsible personal behavior, teaming with others and respect for.
For convenient offline use or printing, a pdf version of this document is available. Its principles are guidelines to follow at all times. This ed information has been reprinted with permission from the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. The initiative is shaped and inspired by the rich diversity of young people and their communities that have found joy, discovery and learning through the outdoors. When you stay at a friends house, you wouldnt trample the flowers, chop down trees, put soap in the drinking water or write your name on the wall. The leave no trace seven principles the leave no trace seven principles are the bedrock of the leave no trace program. Participate in a leave no trace related service project. We are taking care of the land for today and future generations. The kit follows the seven principles developed by the national outdoor leadership school nols, as adapted by the department of environment for use in the yukon territory.
Allow small trees and flowers to grow by not stepping on them. Feb 25, 2020 bsa leave no trace trainer course resources. National park service, this video introduces the principles of leave no trace outdoor ethics. Leave no trace program the mission of the leave no trace program is to develop a nationally recognized minimumimpact backcountry educational system which educates wildland user groups, federal agencies and the public through training and effective written and video materials. Leave no trace for every kid leave no trace center for. Leave no trace principles with a dog long haul trekkers. Plan ahead and prepare know the regulations and special concerns for the area youll visit. Why it is important to follow these leave no trace principles when visiting your public lands.
The 7 principles of leave no trace outthere colorado. Cub scout outdoor code and leave no trace pledge pack. These principles were established by the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics, and built on work by the us forest service, national park service, and bureau of land management in the mid 1980s. Commit yourself to the leave no trace frontcountry guidelines by signing the cub scout leave no trace pledge. If you hike with your dog off leash, ensure that they remain on the trail. It contributes to accomplishing trip goals safely and enjoyably. Leaving items like rocks, sticks, and plants where you found them allows nature to take care of itself. The principles have been adapted to they can be applied in your backyard or your backcountry. Show the same courtesies when you visit the backcountry. I did some research and learned about the leave no trace principles. Leave no trace canada is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and inspiring responsible outdoor recreation through education, research and partnerships. Pdf visitors views of leave no trace principles across. Leave no trace leave what you find, take only photos and memories. Know before you go pack what you might need, and learn about where you are going.
Adequate trip planning and preparation helps backcountry travelers accomplish trip goals safely and enjoyably, while simultaneously minimizing damage to the land. Leave no trace canada outdoor ethics build awareness. Talk about the leave no trace principles with your friends on your next hike. Introduction to leave no trace principles methodology materials introduction explain that leave no trace is a set of seven principles to help people make good decisions about protecting the special places they visit in the outdoors. Although leave no trace has its roots in backcountry settings, the principles have been adapted so that they can be applied anywhere from remote wilderness areas. If you like the resources, please consider supporting us financially and help us continue our work. Leave no trace new zealand is in the process of adapting the international leave no trace message to the new zealand environment and culture. One poorly located campsite or campfire may have little significance, but thousands of such instances seriously degrade the outdoor experience for all. To take the lead role in addressing and mitigating recreational impacts on canadas. The leave no trace center for outdoor ethics is a national organization that protects the outdoors by teaching and inspiring people to enjoy it responsibly. Consider splitting larger groups into smaller groups. A tree with toilet paper on it and a no camping sign, and a flower volunteer actors in the impact monster leave no trace skit.
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