Review the seven leave no trace principles with your students and why they are important principle handout for information on leave no trace tm principles and check out. It is based on seven core principles that seek to minimize impacts from. The leave no trace principles of outdoor ethics form the framework of leave no trace s message. She is also a kinesiologist, coach, and owner of equilibrium lifestyle management elm, a group fitness and personal training company in the comox valley. Weve all heard the phrase, but the 7 core leave no trace principles provide a practical application of the idea. Pdf visitors views of leave no trace principles across a. Sarah seads is a passionate hiker, biker, and trail runner who loves to play in the woods and climb to the top of things. Boy scouts are at the forefront of teaching leave no trace ethics.
Plan ahead by considering your goals and those of your group. 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. The principles have been adapted to they can be applied in your backyard or your backcountry. Leaving no trace is the responsibility of every person. This activity introduces the leave no trace principle be careful with fire through a campfire trivia game. This program is for individuals interested in developing and strengthening their personal outdoor ethic through discussions and activities with fellow participants and instructors. A national park service video that provides an overview of leave no trace guiding principles. Avoid introducing or transporting nonnative species.
Leave no trace pledge i promise to practice the leave no trace principles wherever i go. Or pick it up to leave a place better than you found it. In recent years, leave no trace principles have become entrenched in scouting. Leave no trace the principles of for outdoor adventures. A card game to help you turn leave no trace principles into.
Visitors views of leave no trace principles across a national park, a national forest and three state parks. If youre just getting started as a hiker, heres a quick explanation of the leave no trace principles. Follow the seven leave no trace principles and enjoy the outdoors more sustainably. The leave no trace principles of outdoor ethics form the framework of leave no traces message. Teach participants leave no trace principles by showing them a firsthand example of a highimpact campsite. This is a perfect learning tool for children as well and would be a great addition to any bedroom or classroom. The 7 principles leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. Download our standard powerpoint deck for use in leave no trace workshops and presentations.
The boy scouts of america is committed to this program. The leave no trace center for outdoor ethics continually examines, evaluates and reshapes the principles. 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. Back country horsemen of california bchc is being nationally recognized for our leadership in leave no trace education of stock use. Poor planning often results in miserable campers and damage to natural and cultural resources. Help keep trails clean by picking up your own and other peoples trash. The seven leave no trace principles pinoy mountaineer. 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. Bsa, teaching leave no trace bsa, bsa leave no trace trainer course manual bsa, scouts bsa handbook additional resource. 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 the centers mission is to teach people how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. Every outing and activity should be conducted with leave no trace in mind. Leave no trace principles cheat sheets your adventure coach any outdoor enthusiast would love this poster highlighting the 7 principals of leave no trace. Following the training the scout leader should lead the scouts in. To make leave no trace more interactive, consider some of the following ideas when enjoying the outdoors.
Using the hand book as a guide, the scouts receive an overview of wilderness ethics and principles of leave no trace camping. Bchc earned this remarkable opportunity through hard work, sustained effort in promoting environmental friendly land use. The more you use leave no trace techniques, the more natural they become. Leave no trace lnt was created by the us forest service in the 1960s, when recreation on public lands increased significantly, with a corresponding level of damage to those wild places. Mean leave no trace principles among visitors to a.
Prepare by gathering local information, communicating expectations, and acquiring the technical skills, first aid knowledge, and equipment to make the. This activity introduces the leave no trace principle know before you go when participants discover potential trip problems and find their solution in this match game. Pdf visitors views of leave no trace principles across. 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. Leave no trace center, 101 ways to teach leave no trace course requirements. Its principles are guidelines to follow at all times. Cub scouts and boy scouts now earn leave no trace awards, leave no trace requirements appear in both boy scout and venturing advancement requirements, and many scouters have become leave no trace master educators or trainers. The twoday trainer course is designed to provide an introduction to leave no trace and its principles. Leave no trace principles leave no trace canada outdoor. Participants will be able to list two solutions to avoiding problems on the trail. Campfires can cause lasting impacts to the backcountry. Plan ahead and prepare know the regulations and special concerns for the area youll visit. The principles of leave no trace the bsa is committed to leave no trace, is a nationally recognized outdoor skills and ethics awareness program. One poorly located campsite or campfire may have little significance, but thousands of such instances seriously degrade the outdoor experience for all.
Practice leave no trace of course, its not enough to simply learn leave no trace principles. Plan ahead and prepare proper trip planning and preparation helps hikers and. On the trail and at the campsite, theres plenty you can do to leave nature. As each principle is learned, it should be applied. There are seven core principles in leave no trace hiking, all of them common sense and easy to practice. Commit yourself to the leave no trace frontcountry guidelines by signing the cub scout leave no trace pledge. The centers best practices are embodied in the leave no trace seven principles 1999 by the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. Federal land management agencies have additional resources relating to leave no trace. This flier can be downloaded from the bsa web site. A scouters guide to teaching leave no trace ethics. Leave rocks, plants and other natural objects as you find them. A card game to help you turn leave no trace principles. Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies. Leave no trace principles cheat sheets scout activities.
Participate in a leave no tracerelated service project. For posters, plastic cards listing the leave no trace principles, or information on becoming a leave no trace sponsor, contact leave no trace, p. If you wish to add content to this presentation, please use the hidden slide template that is at the end of the deck. The leave no trace seven principles national park trust. 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. They provide guidance to enjoy our natural world in a sustainable way that avoids humancreated impacts. Pdf leave no trace lnt has become the official education and outreach. With a little preparation, a spirit of adventure, and a soft spot for nature and the past, youll be on the trail to exploring colorado like a local. This presentation may be altered, however the center asks that you leave in information regarding the centers mission and efforts. In 2015 they were awarded the contract to provide the only leave no trace stock master educator course in the country. 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 seven principles idaho conservation league. Cub scout outdoor code and leave no trace pledge pack.
Leave no trace awareness instilling values in young people and preparing them to make. Find additional details on the leave no trace website. The objective and principles of leave no trace leave no trace is a nationally recognized outdoor skills and ethics education program. Adequate trip planning and preparation helps backcountry travelers accomplish trip goals safely and enjoyably, while simultaneously minimizing damage to the land. Heres our guide to environmental etiquette while horsepacking. 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. Bsa leave no trace trainer course manual the boy scouts of america has adopted the principles of leave no trace, which are easy to learn and apply. The leave no trace programmes effectiveness lies in the universality of its message. Every outing and activity should be conducted with leave no trace in. Print what to do what not to do handout and cut so you have seven individual scenarios 2.
This works well for stationed events where participants rotate through various educational stations. Leave no trace center for outdoor ethics are y u coloready. The centers education department conducts research including publishing scholarly articles in independent journals to ensure that the principles. Plan ahead and prepare, travel and camp on durable surfaces, dispose of waste properly, leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect. A longtime nonprofit partner supported by rei, the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics conducts service projects and educational programs worldwide. Leave no trace new zealand promote and inspire responsible. These seven principles help guide the ethical choices we make to preserve the outdoor experience for generations to come. The seven principles of leave no trace provide an easily understood framework of minimum impact practices for anyone visiting the outdoors. For the official version, visit the leave no trace organization here.
Know before you go pack what you might need, and learn about where you are going. Sep 22, 2017 if you agree with the need for an eighth principle, you can email leave no trace. Know the regulations and special concerns for the area youll visit. The seven principles are well established and widely known, but they are not static. Why it is important to follow these leave no trace principles when visiting your public. Aug 05, 2015 find additional details on the leave no trace website. The 7 core principles of leave no trace socal hiker. The leave no trace seven principles the leave no trace seven principles are the bedrock of the leave no trace program. Do not build structures, furniture, or dig trenches.
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