Leave No Trace for the Urban Environmentalist
Backcountry activities necessitates an intentional approach to the way we treat the world, aware of the effects we have and how to eliminate them.
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Plan ahead & prepare +> Inform yourself on the daily products and services you use in order to make appropriate substitutions or reductions. Planning lessens convenience purchases!
Walk & camp on durable surfaces +> Walk more! Exploring your community can expose you to new places, reduce stress, and eliminate some transportation emmisions.
Dispose of waste properly +> On top of never littering, try to pick up dropped trash during everyday activites. Backpackers will pack out their own waste, so it's a little less scary thinking about carrying someone else's used wrapper in your pocket.
Take only pictures +> Share information about your favorite sustainable products, services, and tips with the people you care about. Having a community behind you while making difficult habit changes can be a world of difference!
Minimize campfire impacts +> Don't create more fire than you need. When you hear "reduce, reuse, repair, and recycle," remember that reducing the quantity of consumed products and services to a minimum is a gold star effort!
Respect wildlife +> Encourage safer driving for the safety of urban animals, plant native plants to improve ecological conditions, and advocate for displaced and endangered species when possible.
Engage with and be kind to other hikers +> Most importantly, shaming others into sustainable practices never works. Understand that progress takes time and people will make mistakes. Be unconditionally supportive, kind, and passionate in all efforts.
