Leave No Trace Ireland
Leave No Trace Ireland is a network of organisations and individuals with an
interest in promoting the responsible recreational use of the outdoors. As
increasing numbers of people seek the beauty and exhilaration of outdoor
recreation, our collective mark on the environment and its natural processes,
increases. Litter, disturbance to vegetation, water pollution, wildlife, livestock
and other people are all indicators of the need to develop a national ethic that
protects both natural and cultural heritage. Techniques designed to minimise the
social and environmental impacts to these areas are incorporated into the Leave
No Trace Outdoor Ethics Education Programme.
The Burren & Cliffs of Moher Geopark is partnering with Leave No Trace Ireland to
identify and target opportunities for reducing environmental impact in
recreational activity within the region. In co-operation with this initiative,
e-whizz has completed Leave No Trace Awareness Training and is now an official Leave No Trace Partner.
At the heart of Leave No Trace are seven principles for reducing the damage
caused by outdoor activities. These are:
1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
2. Be Considerate of Others
3. Respect Farm Animals and Wildlife
4. Travel and Camp on Durable Ground
5. Leave What You Find
6. Dispose of Waste Properly
7. Minimise the Effects of Fire
Leave No Trace Ireland promotes and inspires responsible outdoor recreation
through education, research and partnerships. The programme strives to build
awareness, appreciation and respect for Ireland’s natural and cultural heritage
and is dedicated to creating a nationally recognised and accepted outdoor ethic
that promotes personal responsibility. So it encourages all outdoor enthusiasts (e.g.
walkers, mountain bikers, canoeists, orienteerers, horse riders) to do their part to
maintain those lands used by the public for the benefit of the environment and
for future generations.
Practicing a Leave No Trace ethic is simple. Make it hard for others to see or hear
you and LEAVE NO TRACE of your visit.
To learn more about the Leave No Trace programme, visit
www.leavenotraceireland.org
