Leave No Trace Blogs

Thanks to Rita Hussman and Skip Essman! Jun 12, 2018 The Center would like recognize and thank two long time, former State Advocates for their commitment and dedication to the Leave No Trace program and promotion of responsible recreation. Without the efforts of these two volunteers the Leave No Trace... Read More	How to Leave No Trace in City Parks Jun 11, 2018 Washington, DC.: Visiting your local city park is a great way to get outdoors and connect with nature. While these parks are a little different than visiting the backcountry, humans can still have a big impact on the landscape. There are some... Read More
Road Life: Thule and Leave No Trace Jun 10, 2018 Boulder, Colorado – As Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers, we live, work and play on the road, and Thule helps us bring our lives. Lots of people ask us where our “home base” is located and are surprised to hear that we live full-time on the... Read More	New Social Media Guidance Jun 08, 2018 Boulder, CO: There is little question that social media plays a role in the promotion of various outdoor locations, and in some cases, has led to significant resource and social impacts. It’s logical to ask, “Would this place be... Read More
Kanarra in the Coal Mine Jun 04, 2018 Kanab, UT - The Joes started the year in Southern Utah, which seemed like another planet compared to our Midwestern roots. Slot canyons are wild, y’all! Immediately after hiking part of Buckskin Gulch, we stopped at a Kanab... Read More	Skills Series: Grey Water Disposal May 25, 2018 Pocahontas State Park, Virginia: When camping, we produce wastewater, or “grey water,” whenever we wash ourselves or our clothing, clean our dishes or brush our teeth. Check out our video to learn more about how you can protect your favorite camping... Read More
Fees vs. Taxes: Feed the Iron Ranger Apr 12, 2018 Loma Mar, California: Ever hiked right past that “Iron Ranger,” one of those tamper-resistant fee boxes found at a day-use area, trailhead, or campground, and thought, “I pay my taxes, don’t I?” It’s true that tax revenues help fund our public lands... Read More	Nominations Open for Hot Spots Apr 11, 2018 Nominate a Leave No Trace Hot Spot for 2019 Now Through May 31. *Nominate an outdoor area* for a week-long education and training program from the Leave No Trace Center for... Read More
Leave No Trace Launches Citizen Science Monitoring Program Apr 11, 2018 *Boulder, Colorado:* Citizen science is a popular movement that allows people from all walks of life to help advance scientific research by collecting and sharing data. The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics recently... Read More	APRIL FOOL'S! New Cathole Depth Requirement Announced [NOT REALLY!] Mar 30, 2018 [APRIL FOOL'S! THIS IS NOT A REAL THING.] Boulder, Colorado: The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, a leading provider of outdoor education resources, today announces new... Read More