Park Etiquette
What are marked trails and why are they important?
Designated flags or paint marks on trees. Used to keep you on the trail but also to protect plants and prevent erosion/.
If you see any sort of wildlife, stay calm and keep this.
Distance
Pick this up, even if it isnt yours.
Litter
You see someone stacking rocks into a tower. What should they have done instead and why?
You should alway bring this with you home. Never leave it behind.
Trash
Food should always be stored in this and why.
Food lockers or bear proof containers to reduce dependancy.
Never pick this item up, and especially never take it with you.
Plants or flowers
Youre hiking and find a shortcut you could use to avoid a muddy trail. What do you do.
Suck it up and walk through the mud.
You should watch animals from a safe distance instead of doing this.
Feeding or approaching wildlife.
Why is it important to not feed the wildlife at National parks?
It is ILLEGAL! Can alter their natural behaviors
What is one thing you can do before hand to make sure you are prepared?
Prepare beforehand, look at the weather and plan accordingly
A squirrel keeps approaching people because its used to being fed. What behavior likely causes this?
feeding the wildlife
This should be kept low to enjoy authentic nature sounds.
Your voice or music volume.
What are some examples of unnatural animal behaviors at National Parks
Loss of fear, nocturnal shifts, and increased aggression.
How many core principals for LNT are there?
7
Why is carving initials into a tree, dead or alive, a bad idea?
it breaches their protective bark, permanently disfigures the landscape, and is often illegal in public parks
Why is it important to disassemble your campfire after use in National Parks?
Leave no Trace principals. Prevents accidental wildfires.
What are some protocols you should take with your own pets tp keep them safe in National Parks?
Follow the 6 foot leash rule, never leave them unattended, and always pack a pet specific first aid kit.
Describe the Swish and Swallow practice.
Add a water to your dirty dish, heat it, scrape off food, stir, and drinl the rinse water yourself
You arrive at a awesome overlook and you want to take a picture but its crowded with other visitors. To help reduce your impact, what are two things you could responsibly do?
Stay on designated paths, keep noise down, avoid blocking the trail, and visit during less busy times.