Reference cards explain the leave no trace seven principles. One poorly located campsite or campfire may have little significance, but thousands of such instances seriously degrade the outdoor experience for all. The leave no trace educators kit this package is designed as an aid to instructing students in leave no trace techniques. 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. Leave no trace canada is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and inspiring responsible outdoor recreation through education, research and partnerships. Teach participants leave no trace principles by showing them a firsthand example of a highimpact campsite. To take the lead role in addressing and mitigating recreational impacts on canadas.
If kayaking within the boundaries of a federal or provincial park, check the relevant website for this information. We can do this by being aware of how were interacting with the environment and making conscious decisions that serve to lessen our impact on nature. Based on research it is possible to formulate several id principles and then develop a number of guidelines for the design of effective and efficient information sets. Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies. Leave no trace lnt principles to live by leave no trace lnt principles to live by plan ahead and prepare research where you are going and know if there are any special environmental concerns, regulations or permits.
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Participants will be able to list at least four of the seven principles and one way to follow each of them. 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. This program is for individuals interested in developing and strengthening their personal outdoor ethic through discussions and activities with fellow participants and instructors. Ce principles of outdoor ethics e s 0 ctivity in t. A longtime nonprofit partner supported by rei, the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics conducts service projects and educational programs worldwide.
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The principles of art and design are balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, rhythm, and unityvariety. 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. This paper lists and discusses a variety of approaches for presenting. As we spend time outdoors, in the natural world and in wilderness, its important to be conscious of the effects our actions may have on plants, animals, other people, and even entire ecosystems. The leave no trace educators kit environment yukon. Plan ahead and prepare proper trip planning and preparation helps hikers and.
They provide guidance to enjoy our natural world in a sustainable way that avoids humancreated impacts. Plan ahead and prepare know the regulations and identify the lnt practices appropriate for your area. View pdf documents quickly and easily with all common features such as search, print and zoom. The principles of leave no trace boy scouts of america. Leave no trace leave what you find, take only photos and memories. Land managers at several sites have worked closely with the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics to. This may be through a simple day trip, hut trip, or multiday expedition.
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Leave no trace research bibliography leave no trace. Travel and camp on durable surfaces learn when to hike together and when to spread out across the tundra. The centers best practices are embodied in the leave no trace seven principles 1999 by the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. Work on documents anywhere using the acrobat reader mobile app. Visitors views of leave no trace principles across a national park, a national forest and three state parks.
Leave no trace builds awareness, appreciation and respect for our wildlands. Leave no trace is a nationwide and international program designed to assist visitors. Know the type of terrain and possible weather conditions you might encounter. Leave no trace ireland provides research, education and outreach so every person who ventures outside can protect and enjoy the outdoors responsibly. Allow small trees and flowers to grow by not stepping on them. Leave no trace for every kid is a program that helps young people learn how responsible actions can help protect the outdoors. The leave no trace principles of outdoor ethics form the framework of leave no traces message. Know before you go pack what you might need, and learn about where you are going. By shopping on leave no trace youre not only supporting our mission, but youre supporting our planet. Backcountry exploration program leave no trace principles more individuals and groups are seeking out the beauty of backcountry environments. The leave no trace seven principles national park trust. Leave no trace concepts can be applied anywherein remote wilderness, city parks, even in our own backyardsand in any recreational endeavor. 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, to local parks and even in your own backyard.
The principles have been adapted so they can be applied in your backyard or your backcountry. Know the regulations and special concerns for the area youll visit. A comprehensive document detailing the scientific resources and research behind the leave no trace principles and activities. Its principles are guidelines to follow at all times. Leave no trace principles for horsemen back country.
You can convert any document or image to a pdf file doc to pdf and jpg to pdf. 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. 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 twoday trainer course is designed to provide an introduction to leave no trace and its principles. Leave no trace canada outdoor ethics build awareness. 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. With acrobat reader dc, you can do more than just open and view pdf files. Leave no trace principles and practices extend com.
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