Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies. On three separate campingbackpacking trips demonstrate and practice the principles of leave no trace 3. This program is for individuals interested in developing and strengthening their personal outdoor ethic through discussions and activities with fellow participants and instructors. Or i may change wording a bit n put n garage to help family like dont leave mess on surfaces. Bsa supplement to the leave no trace master educator handbook. Leave no trace is a national movement to protect the outdoors by teaching people how to enjoy it. Leave no trace principles this page intentionally left blank appendix a. Download our standard powerpoint deck for use in leave no trace workshops and presentations. Having respect for our earth isnt just about picking up garbage and calling it a day, but taking time to study the intricacies of nature. I will leave a clean fire ring, or remove all evidence of my fire.
Earn the camping and environmental science merit badges 4. 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. This is a tool you can use to find your way when looking at a map. Leave no trace is a set of principles to help guide you through a positive outdoor experience. Leave no trace the theme for this camporee will be leave no trace. Why it is important to follow these leave no trace principles when visiting your public lands. Knowing, following and sharing leave no trace etiquette is the best way we can show our respect for the wild spaces that bring us so much joy.
Leave no trace principles overview leave no trace resources outline 1a. In fact, i was so confident about my leave no trace knowledge that i immediately took the online awareness course test on the leave no trace site. The twoday trainer course is designed to provide an introduction to leave no trace and its principles. If you wish to add content to this presentation, please use the hidden slide template that is at the end of the deck. This ed information has been reprinted with permission from the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics.
Plan ahead by considering your goals and those of your group. It applies in your backyard or local park as much as in the backcountry. A new movement wants leave no trace to add this 8th principle. Heres how to leave no trace when you dump water in camp. A free powerpoint ppt presentation displayed as a flash slide show on id. Leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect wildlife and be considerate of other visitors. Leave no trace pledge i promise to practice the leave no trace principles wherever i go. Here are 7 leave no trace principles to practice on your next adventure. Leave no trace pocket guide leave no trace resources. Bsa leave no trace trainer course resources outdoor. Leave no trace sets forth seven principles for sustainable.
This leave no trace activity handbook will provide a variety of activities to teach the leave no trace principles and provide a good foundation to build your own additional activities. Bsa leave no trace master educator course resources. Plan ahead and prepare before going to a place, check if your planned activity is permitted. The list of resources below are the key training course definition documents of the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics and the bsas outdoor ethics subcommittee, and the compiled list of resource items referenced by those documents. Participants will be able to list at least four of the seven principles and one way to follow each of them. Poor planning often results in miserable campers and damage to natural and cultural resources. Download the standard leave no trace powerpoint deck. Alternative methods need to be used to minimize impact from travel, waste, and general presences. Participate in a leave no trace related service project.
Be considerate in the outdoors, i will treat public and private property with respect. Leave no trace is an awareness and an attitude rather than a set of rules. Ppt leave no trace powerpoint presentation free to. The centers best practices are embodied in the leave no trace seven principles 1999 by the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. Outdoor code as an american, i will do my best to be clean in my outdoor manners, be careful with fire.
Leave no trace canada outdoor ethics build awareness. Patrols will be competing in a variety of events and the leave no trace theme will be used to score events. 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. Produced in 2001 by the national park service in conjunction with the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics, this video introduces the principles of the leave no trace program. Leave no trace the seven principles leave no trace. This presentation may be altered, however the center asks. Leave no trace for hammock camping leave no trace resources.
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 powerpoint deck leave no trace resources. Leave no trace canada training courses are intended for outdoor recreational users who wish to minimize their impact on the natural environment whether they are hiking, canoeing, kayaking, climbing, etc. In many areas, ice and snow cover the land making summer practices impossible. Understandrecalldiscuss the seven principles of leave no trace and how they relate to the specific outdoor activities and the natural environments in. We are taking care of the land for today and future generations. Recite and explain the principles of leave no trace.
Leave no trace a free powerpoint ppt presentation displayed as a flash. Those of us who travel into the wilderness share the responsibility of helping to preserve it. The 7 leave no trace principles important to remember for anyone enjoying the outdoors, especially campers see more. The kit follows the seven principles developed by the national outdoor leadership school nols, as adapted by the department of environment for use in the yukon territory. On the trail and at the campsite, theres plenty you can do to leave nature. A card game to help you turn leave no trace principles into action. The leave no trace educators kit this package is designed as an aid to instructing students in leave no trace techniques. On three separate campingbackpacking trips, demonstrate and practice the principles of leave no trace. Follow these guidelines to truly leave no trace with your campsite.
Leave no trace australia leave no trace builds awareness. Leave no trace is about respecting and caring for wildlands and the front country, doing your part to protect our limited resources and future recreation opportunities. Bsa leave no trace trainer course resources outdoor ethics bsa. Questions related to outdoor ethics including considerations for outdoor activities and the impact on the environment. You can choose from a number of different training courses, starting with an introductory course to the leave no trace principles, a more advanced course where you. Plan ahead and prepare know the regulations and special concerns for the area youll visit. Once this attitude is adopted and the outdoor ethic is sound, the specific skills and techniques become second nature. Leave no trace master educator course resources outdoor. How many are using the principles of leave no trace in their unit. Illustrations by tim tomkinson from the marchapril 2011 issue of scouting magazine camping, ethics, leave no trace, magazine, outdoors. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. Slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. A card game to help you turn leave no trace principles.
Be considerate of other visitors the seven principles of leave no trace neii177 3. Learn about the leave no trace seven principles for protecting and preserving outdoor spaces so you can be a responsible hiker and camper. We learn leave no trace by sharing the principles and then discovering how they can be applied. The seven leave no trace principles pinoy mountaineer.
The boy scouts of america is a proud supporter of leave no trace because the principles of leave no trace are. The leave no trace seven principles shs pe and health 4 2. Prepare by gathering local information, communicating expectations, and acquiring the technic. We will explore ways to work with the environment and enjoy the outdoors while following the principles of leave no trace. Download ppt leave no trace the seven principles leave no trace center for outdoor ethics boulder, co 2009. Adequate trip planning and preparation helps backcountry travelers accomplish trip goals safely and enjoyably, while simultaneously minimizing damage to the land. Leave no trace 7 principles learn with flashcards, games, and more for free. This presentation may be altered, however the center asks that you leave in information regarding the centers mission and efforts. While i was correct with the meager 2 leave no trace points i knew, i had no idea there were 7 principles. After one outing, share what you did to demonstrate the principles you discussed. This tag can also be used for questions related to the leave no trace seven principles from the leave no trace center for outdoor ethics. Winter is a special time for considering leave no trace practices. The seven leave no trace principles august 26, 2008 october 12.
This works well for stationed events where participants rotate through various educational stations. Teach participants leave no trace principles by showing them a firsthand example of a highimpact campsite. Make it hard for others to see or hear you and leave no trace of your visit. To lead a trainer course, leave no trace master educators must be current members. Earn the camping and environmental science merit badges, or do 3 under the scouter requirements. The memberdriven leave no trace center for outdoor ethics teaches people how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly.
Preserve the past leave rocks, plants, and other natural objects as found. It will help youth and adults alike catch the spirit of leave no trace and its importance in their lives in helping keep the great outdoors great. If youre anything like me, you started your love affair with the environment not knowing at all how to care for it. Give a 10minute presentation on a leave no trace topic approved by your scoutmaster 6. With increasing visitor use, both day and overnight, it is important to minimize our impacts and leave no trace of our visits into the backcountry.
A quick reference brochure for minimizing your impacts outdoors that annotates the 7 leave no trace principles with general techniques and practices. Join lindsey davis as she shows you the simple things. Ppt leave no trace powerpoint presentation free to view id. We should all practice leave no trace in our thinking and actionswherever we go. Leave no trace center for outdoor ethics home facebook. Name three different areas in nature that would be harmful to. The leave no trace educators kit environment yukon. Participate in a leave no trace related service project 5. The new rules of leave no trace these foundational principles are more than 50 years old. The slide show can be printed out and used to ensure coverage of the content through other presentation mediums. Leave no trace ethics explained by miranda leconte.