Series: I Didn't Know That! Leave No Trace

You've probably heard the term "Leave No Trace" before, but do you really know what it means? In this I Didn't Know That! mini-series, the National Park Service teams up with the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics to explore Leave No Trace and the 7 guiding Principles that help keep our outdoor spaces enjoyable for generations to come. Over this summer season we will release new articles for each of the 7 Principles. Check back throughout the summer to see the full article series.

• Article 1: I Didn't Know That!: Leave No Trace

  

  You’ve probably heard the phrase Leave No Trace before. But what does it really mean? We've teamed up with Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics to walk you through how to practice Leave No Trace to help keep our outdoor spaces beautiful for generations to come. Read more

• Article 2: I Didn't Know That!: Leave No Trace Principle #1 - Plan Ahead and Prepare

  

  Each park is unique in its environment and recreational activities. Planning is key to a safe, successful, and enjoyable park visit. Discover how to "Plan Like a Park Ranger" and embrace Leave No Trace Principle #1: Plan Ahead and Prepare. Read more

• Article 3: I Didn't Know That!: Leave No Trace Principle #2 - Travel & Camp on Durable Surfaces

  

  You’ve seen it before. You’re walking along a trail or path, when all of a sudden - BAM - a mud puddle is taking up the entire width of it. What is the most Leave No Trace thing to do? Find out in this I Didn't Know That! article in collaboration with Leave No Trace. Read more

• Article 4: I Didn't Know That! Leave No Trace Principle #3 - Dispose of Waste Properly

  

  Nature's calling... now what?! Going to the bathroom outdoors doesn't have to be scary. In this I Didn't Know That! with Leave No Trace we explore how to dispose of waste properly. Read more