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Contents

Preface and Acknowledgements

Why Leave No Trace?

Where to Start

Tips for Teaching

Background on the Principles of Leave No Trace

Plan Ahead and Prepare
Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
Dispose of Waste Properly (Pack It In, Pack It Out)
Leave What You Find
Minimize Campfire Impacts
Respect Wildlife
Be Considerate of Other Visitors

OUTDOOR CODE

As an American, I will do my best to
Be clean in my outdoor manners,
Be careful with fire,
Be considerate in the outdoors,
and be conservation-minded.

Quick Concepts & Activity Plans

Our Natural World
Plan Ahead and Prepare
Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
Dispose of Waste Properly (Pack It In, Pack It Out)
Leave What You Find
Minimize Campfire Impacts
Respect Wildlife
Be Considerate of Other Visitors

Appendix

Leave No Trace Resources
To Leave No Trace
A Side Note on Rules and Regulations
Ideas to Remember
The Principles of Leave No Trace

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