المبادئ ال 7

The 7 Principles of Leave No Trace^© are the foundation of everything we teach. Whether you’re headed outside for the first time or you’ve been doing this for years, they give you a simple way to think about your impact and how to reduce it.

New to the outdoors? Start with our free 101 course. Ready to go further? Skip ahead to advanced training.

Principle 1: Plan Ahead & Prepare

Know before you go. Check weather, regulations, and trail conditions so you’re ready for anything. Learn more.

المبدأ 2: السفر والتخييم على أسطح متينة

Stick to trails and durable ground so plants and soil can recover. Learn more.

المبدأ 3: التخلص من النفايات بشكل صحيح

Pack it in, pack it out. That includes food scraps and pet waste. Learn more.

المبدأ 4: اترك ما تجده

Take photos, not souvenirs. Leave rocks, plants, and artifacts where they are. Learn more.

المبدأ 5: تقليل آثار حرائق المخيم

Use a stove when you can, and keep fires small, contained, and legal. Learn more.

المبدأ 6: احترام الحياة البرية

Watch from a distance and never feed wild animals. Learn more.

المبدأ 7: مراعاة الآخرين

Keep noise down, yield the trail, and leave room for everyone to enjoy the outdoors. Learn more.

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There’s a ton more to learn and do! Take the free Leave No Trace 101 course, explore instructor training, or donate to support our work. It will take all of us to protect nature.