Trash/Litter
If you find litter on the trail, what should you do?
Dispose of it if possible, or pack it out
Why shouldn't you leave leftover food out in the open when camping?
It attracts wildlife, creates a mess, and could potentially introduce invasive species
How do you properly dispose of human waste?
Bury it - Following LNT principles
This allows you to keep your hands clean without worrying about wastewater.
Hand sanitizer
Why should human waste be buried?
To avoid water pollution, negative implications of someone else finding it, minimize the possibility of spreading disease and maximize the rate of decomposition.
Why should you avoid packing glass on outdoor trips?
Because it is heavy, fragile, and poses a safety hazard if it breaks, leaving scattered sharp fragments.
What type of animal behavior can increase due to human food waste?
Food conditioning
This tool is helpful when disposing of human waste
Trowel
How do you properly dispose of feminine hygiene products when camping?
Pack it out using a sealable plastic bag. If using a menstrual cup, bury the waste using LNT cathole regulations.
Why shouldn't you count on a fire to dispose of waste?
Half burned garbage and food will still attract animals and could disturb any visitors around you.
Is it acceptable to leave behind biodegradable materials?
No - LNT recommends packing out all trash if possible.
How do you keep wildlife from getting into your food?
Make sure that all the food is sealed in secure containers like a bear box.
This is the recommended distance from public spaces when burying human waste
200 ft
These things commonly used in outdoor trips can contaminate water sources.
Sunscreen, insect repellent, body oils.
What does leaving food waste do to the environment?
Disrupts the food chain
Before leaving camp, what should you do?
Check for trash
How do you properly dispose of dish water?
Do not wash dishes directly in a lake or stream. Carry water 200 ft away from water sources and scatter strained wastewater.
This is the recommended distance from water sources when burying human waste
200 ft
Yes
These are two good practices when using soap
Only use if it is biodegradable and use as little as possible
What is the most commonly littered item?
Cigarette Butts
How long does it take for fruit peels to fully decompose?
Up to 2 years
These are the proper dimensions for digging cat holes
6-8 in deep, 4-6 in wide
When camping in places like narrow river canyons, what do you do with solid human waste?
Pack it out
What is micro trash?
Small overlooked pieces of human made litter