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leave no trace (LNT)

(noun)

leave no trace (LNT) (noun) — A set of outdoor practices defined by the Leave No Trace Center of Outdoor Ethics.

A set of outdoor practices defined by the Leave No Trace Center of Outdoor Ethics. The framework of the LNT message is: Plan ahead and prepare; Travel and camp on durable surfaces; Dispose of waste properly; Leave what you find; Minimize campfire impacts; Respect wildlife; Be considerate of other visitors. LNT’s mission is to protect the outdoors by teaching and inspiring people to enjoy it responsibly.

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What is leave no trace (LNT)?

A set of outdoor practices defined by the Leave No Trace Center of Outdoor Ethics. The framework of the LNT message is: Plan ahead and prepare; Travel and camp on durable surfaces; Dispose of waste properly; Leave what you find; Minimize campfire impacts; Respect wildlife; Be considerate of other visitors. LNT’s mission is to protect the outdoors by teaching and inspiring people to enjoy it responsibly.

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