Appendix i, leave no trace principles national park service. At the heart of lnt are seven principles for reducing the damage caused by outdoor activities, particularly nonmotorized recreation. Impacts on fragile natural features caused by travel and camping can take many years to heal. The memberdriven leave no trace center for outdoor ethics teaches people how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. Know before you go pack what you might need, and learn about where you are going. Alternative methods need to be used to minimize impact from travel, waste, and general presences. Teach participants leave no trace principles by showing them a firsthand example of a highimpact campsite. No trace guidelines have all been designed to aid in the protection of all backcountry and wilderness areas. Commit yourself to the leave no trace frontcountry guidelines by signing the cub scout leave no trace pledge. The leave no trace principles were laid out by the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics.
Bsa leave no trace trainer course resources outdoor. As an overarching set of rules in this increasingly important ecofriendly movement, they are important to. Each of us plays a vital role in protecting our national parks. The leave no trace programmes effectiveness lies in the universality of its message. In 1987, a no trace program was formed for wilderness and backcountry travel. Outdoor code as an american, i will do my best to be clean in my outdoor manners, be careful with fire. This flier can be downloaded from the bsa web site. Mar 12, 2015 in fact, i was so confident about my leave no trace knowledge that i immediately took the online awareness course test on the leave no trace site.
These seven principles help guide the ethical choices we make to preserve the outdoor experience for generations to come. The twoday trainer course is designed to provide an introduction to leave no trace and its principles. This tag can also be used for questions related to the leave no trace seven principles from the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. Patrols will be competing in a variety of events and the leave no trace theme will be used to score events. Leave no trace principles leave no trace is an national and international program designed to assist outdoor enthusiasts with their decisions about how to reduce their impacts when they hike, camp, picnic, snowshoe, run, bike, hunt, paddle, ride horses, fish, ski or climb. While i was correct with the meager 2 leave no trace points i knew, i had no idea there were 7 principles. The leave no trace principles of outdoor ethics form the framework of leave no traces message. Trail courtesy practices that leave no trace grand. The leave no trace seven principles idaho conservation league. Newest leavenotrace questions the great outdoors stack.
The principles have been adapted to they can be applied in your backyard or your backcountry. Adhere to the principles of leave no trace outdoor code as an american i will. This works well for stationed events where participants rotate through various educational stations. With increasing visitor use, both day and overnight, it is important to minimize our impacts and leave no trace of our visits into the backcountry. The fourth mission statement of the back country horsemen organization is. This booklet is part of a national educational program called leave no trace which aims to be part of the solution. Leaving no trace is the responsibility of every person.
Keeping backcountry areas in their wild state is something we all can do by practicing no trace ethics. Reference cards explain the leave no trace seven principles. Visitors views of leave no trace principles across a national park, a national forest and three state parks. The organization accomplishes this mission by delivering cuttingedge education and. How we memorize the 7 principles of leave no trace. If no trash receptacles are available, visitors should carry out all trash from what they have brought in.
The 16hour, overnight bsa leave no trace trainer course prepares individuals age 14 and older to serve as leave no trace trainers. Why it is important to follow these leave no trace principles when visiting your public. Heres how you can implement leave no trace on your next camping trip. Preserving the beauty and maintaining our access to the land. 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 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. Leave no trace is not a simple program for visiting the outdoors. Know the regulations and special concerns for the area youll visit. 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. One poorly located campsite or campfire may have little significance, but thousands of such instances seriously degrade the outdoor experience for all.
Urinating in the woods is not a violation of leave no trace. Plan ahead and prepare, travel and camp on durable surfaces, dispose of waste properly, leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect wildlife and be considerate of other visitors. Leave no trace the theme for this camporee will be leave no trace. The seven principles of leave no trace provide an easily understood framework of minimum impact practices for anyone visiting the outdoors. Leave no trace in the desert or other arid lands requires some special skills and knowledge beside the usual lnt activities. Leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect wildlife and be considerate of other visitors.
Wilderness use policy of the boy scouts of america all privately or publicly owned backcountry land and designated wildernesses are included in the term wilderness areas in this policy. The principles have been adapted to they can be applied in your. 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. A scouters guide to teaching leave no trace ethics. 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. The objective and principles of leave no trace leave no trace is a nationally recognized outdoor skills and ethics education program. We are taking care of the land for today and future generations. Leave no trace new zealand seeks to educate and challenge the new zealand public and visitors on how and why to minimise their environmental impacts while enjoying natural and cultural heritage areas.
Adequate trip planning and preparation helps backcountry travelers accomplish trip goals safely and enjoyably, while simultaneously minimizing damage to the land. Aug 05, 2015 those of us who travel into the wilderness share the responsibility of helping to preserve it. Plan hikes to rest during the hottest times of the day. The visual identity builds on leave no trace s brand by combining the most recognized existing elements.
Furthermore, backcountry campers create waste water from certain activities and fecal waste which requires proper disposal according to leave no trace principles. Leave no trace lnt the center of outdoor ethics has developed a set of seven principles, known as leave no trace, to be applied to outdoor activities to minimize negative effects on the environment. Participants will be able to list at least four of the seven principles and one way to follow each of them. The leave no trace principles might seem unimportant until you consider the combined effects of millions of outdoor visitors. The leave no trace center for outdoor ethics, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, is dedicated to the responsible enjoyment and active stewardship of the outdoors worldwide. Learn principles of leave no trace and minimize impacts on natural places procedure. Allow small trees and flowers to grow by not stepping on them.
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. This ed information has been reprinted with permission from the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. Leave no trace the principles of for outdoor adventures. Leave no trace master educator course resources outdoor. Learn about specific regulations and issues in the area, especially scarce water resources and fire dangers. Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies.
Sep 22, 2017 a new movement wants leave no trace to add this 8th principle. This program is for individuals interested in developing and strengthening their personal outdoor ethic through discussions and activities with fellow participants and instructors. The leave no trace principles might seem unimportant until you consider the combined. Consider splitting larger groups into smaller groups. Pdf visitors views of leave no trace principles across a national. Activity plan for our natural world boy scouts of america. Its also a great way to teach your friends and students the seven principles as well. By following these guidelines, we can better protect the land and lessen the sights and sounds of our visits. The centers best practices are embodied in the leave no trace seven principles 1999 by the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. In some cases animals and plants will have received the ball of string more than once and therefore will hold more than one section of string. Leave no trace principles and practices extend common courtesy and.
Leave no trace 7 principles learn with flashcards, games, and more for free. The leave no trace seven principles national park trust. Advanced training is available for master educators, the top leave no trace instructors. Help keep trails clean by picking up your own and other peoples trash. Leave no trace principles leave no trace canada outdoor. The leave no trace identity the goal of this brand standards guide is to establish a clear, consistent and universal visual identity for the leave no trace organization, program and movement. The seven principles of leave no trace mission background. The seven leave no trace principles august 26, 2008 october 12, 2015 gideon lasco 9 comments advocacies leave no trace provides a framework for outdoor recreation decision making, which is summarized in the following 7 principles, as taken from the lnt official website and annotated for the local context. Leave no trace concepts can be applied anywhere in remote w. Leave no trace was incorporated as a 501c3, nonprofit organization in 1994, though the leave no trace concept is over a halfcentury old. We will explore ways to work with the environment and enjoy the outdoors while following the principles of leave no trace.
Poor planning often results in miserable campers and damage to natural and cultural resources. In many areas, ice and snow cover the land making summer practices impossible. Leave no trace is an international program designed to assist outdoor enthusiasts with their decisions about how to reduce their impacts when they hike, camp, picnic, snowshoe, run, bike, hunt, paddle, ride horses, fish, ski or climb. They provide guidance to enjoy our natural world in a sustainable way that avoids humancreated impacts. A new movement wants leave no trace to add this 8th principle. Leave no trace principles this page intentionally left blank appendix a. Leave no trace sets forth seven principles for sustainable. Leave no trace concepts can be applied anywherein remote wilderness, city parks, even in our own backyardsand in any recreational endeavor. A longtime nonprofit partner supported by rei, the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics conducts service projects and educational programs worldwide. We should all practice leave no trace in our thinking and actions, wherever we go. No trace ethic safety and crime prevention lei usda. Why it is important to follow these leave no trace principles when visiting your public lands. Being considerate of others is central to leave no trace.
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. Courses awareness workshops any type of formal leave. Heres a little trick we use to help us memorize all seven principles in the right order. Leave no trace new zealand promote and inspire responsible. The boy scouts of america is committed to this program. What to do what not to do handout attached cut into separate scenarios props if desired some good props include. Walk single file in the middle of the trail, even when. Knowing, following and sharing leave no trace etiquette is the best way we can show our respect for the wild spaces that bring us so much joy. To learn the seven leave no trace tm hiking ethics principles and to understand how those principles are applied in. History of lnt leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. Responsable ecotourism en 2012 leave no trace canada. The following guidelines build on leave no trace principles, help protect grand canyons plants, animals and history, and enhance everyones experience. Please remember that these are not rules and regulations they are guidelines to help shape and direct your ethical beliefs towards the world and your place in it.
Familiarity with the background on the principles of leave no trace will now help the leader guide a discussion. Leave no trace canada is the canadian leader in the development and promotion of effective minimumimpact principles and educational programs for all non. Earning the bsa leave no trace achievement award could set the stage for starting on a comprehensive leave no trace training continuum. Leave no trace principles for horsemen back country. The seven leave no trace principles pinoy mountaineer. Bsa leave no trace master educator course resources.
Demonstrate the need for outdoor ethics lead to greater appreciation for the outdoors and a strong determination to follow the outdoor code teach the seven principles of leave no trace introduce the. Walk single file in the middle of the trail, even when wet or muddy. The leave no trace seven principles the leave no trace seven principles are the bedrock of the leave no trace program. Here are 7 leave no trace principles to practice on your next adventure. The leave no trace seven principles plan ahead and prepare. Participate in a leave no tracerelated service project. Beyond that, three levels of indepth training are available.
Leave no traces alex roberts and emy gelb are part of. The outdoor code of the boy scouts of america and the principles of leave no trace apply to outdoor behavior generally. Leave no trace is an international movement, nonprofit organization and educational program dedicated to protecting the outdoors by teaching people to enjoy it responsibly. The principles apply at home, in our neighborhoods, and in our local parks as much as in the backcountry. Plan ahead and prepare know the regulations and special concerns for the area youll visit.