Est. 1934
Leave No Trace
For scout manual
The Principles of Leave No Trace:
The BSA is committed to Leave No Trace, which is a nationally recognized outdoor skills and ethics awareness program. Its principles are guidelines to follow at all times.
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Leave No Trace program is to develop a nationally recognized minimim inpact backcountry educational system which educates wild land user groups federal agencies and the public through training and effective written and video materials.
Outdoor Code:
ALWAYS REMEMBER!!
· As an America, 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
Outdoor Ethics:
PLAN AHEAD AND PREPARE
o Prepare for rules, permits, hazards, weather and emergencies.
o Visit in small groups. Split large groups into 4-6.
o Use maps and compass. No marking of trails.
· TRAVEL AND CAMP ON DURABLE SURFACES
o Travel on established trails. Use established campsites.
o In pristine areas without campsites, spread out.
o Camps should be 200 ft. away from water and streams.
· DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY
o Pack it in; pack it out.
o Use cat holes 200 ft. away from water and streams.
o Wash yourself or dishes 200 ft. away from water and streams.
· LEAVE WHAT YOU FIND
o Avoid transporting non-native species.
o Do not touch any historical objects
o Do not build structures or dig.
· MINIMIZE CAMPFIRE IMPACTS
o Use lightweight stoves.
o Use established fire ring for ground fires
. o Only have a fire at night when it is more appropriate.
o Use only enough firewood for the camp stay.
· RESPECT WILDLIFE
o Observe wildlife from a distance and do not feed
o Avoid wildlife during sensitive times such as when nesting, mating or with young.
· BE CONSIDERATE OF OTHER VISITORS
o Respect other visitors and be courteous.
o Let natures sound prevails. Avoid loud noises.
o Respect private property