Leave No Trace
The mission of the Leave
No Trace (LNT) program is to promote and inspire responsible outdoor
recreation through education, research, and partnerships.
The program is managed by LNT Inc.,
a non-profit organization located in Boulder, Colorado. LNT Inc. oversees
memberships, marketing, fundraising and program development efforts.
The National
Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) maintains the educational component
of Leave No Trace by offering LNT educational courses, developing
educational materials and supporting the efforts of course graduates
who teach LNT to the public. The Appalachian
Mountain Club also offers Leave No Trace educational courses.
The Leave No Trace message is more
than a campaign for clean campsites. It's a program dedicated to building
awareness, appreciation, and most of all, respect for our public recreation
places. LNT is about enjoying the great outdoors while traveling and
camping with care.
Leave
No Trace, Inc.
P.O. Box 997
Boulder, CO 80306
Phone: 303-442-8222
1-800-332-4100
Principles of Leave No Trace
The LNT Principles of outdoor ethics form the framework
of LNT's message:
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Plan Ahead and Prepare
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Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
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Dispose of Waste Properly
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Leave What You Find
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Minimize Campfire Impacts
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Respect Wildlife
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Be Considerate of Other Visitors
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Know the regulations and special concerns for
the area you'll visit.
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Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies.
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Schedule your trip to avoid times of high use.
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Visit in small groups.
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Split larger parties into groups of 4-6.
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Repackage food to minimize waste.
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Use a map and compass to eliminate the use of
marking paint, rock cairns or flagging.
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