Areas of Focus

The natural world is facing increasing challenges, from overcrowded trails to polluted waterways. Leave No Trace tackles these issues head-on with science-based education and practical solutions, empowering everyone to protect and enjoy the outdoors responsibly.
Plastic water bottle laying on sand

Trashed Natural Areas

A cumulative impact from every discarded wrapper can devastate a natural area—removing trash is a simple but important and effective act of stewardship.

Polluted Water

Water is precious to all life. Simple, easy-to-follow advice helps ensure that rivers, lakes, and oceans receive high levels of protection.
Various plastics floating on body of water.

Creating a Welcome Outdoors

The outdoors is for everyone. Learn about the ongoing movements to make the outdoors a place for all.

Wildlife At Risk

Do you want to bring Leave No Trace to your favorite outdoor areas? Request a Leave No Trace program for your park or group.
Caribou carcass.
Wooded forest floor.

Damaged Trails

Trail erosion can permanently alter the landscape and is preventable when people adopt Leave No Trace principles.

Destructive Fires

Careless actions, such as leaving campfires unattended or casually discarding cigarettes, are among the most common causes of destructive wildfires, leading to billion-dollar losses and deaths of people and wildlife.
Wildfire burning through forest floor.

Educating Youth About Outdoor Stewardship

Giving kids the proper tools and education to be environmental stewards is the best way to get them invested in nature and conservation while getting them to spend time in the great outdoors.

Crowded Parks

Overcrowding can disrupt wildlife, harm the natural landscape, and even lead to social conflicts.
Drone shot of hundreds of rafters floating down a river.