Leave No Trace

05/28/2026

Public lands belong to everyone, and right now, they need our support. Since the BLM's public lands rule was repealed, it is up to those who care about these places to protect them. That means us. By learning and following the 7 Principles, we can help take care of what we share. Get outside, speak up, and leave no trace.

05/26/2026

The outdoors doesn't need much from us, just a little intention. Here are 5 trail habits worth building, no matter where you adventure.

05/23/2026

Millions of birds are moving through right now, stopping to rest and refuel. Noise, dogs, and off-trail foot traffic can push them from the stopover sites they depend on. A little space during their migration goes a long way. 🧐

05/21/2026

There's a difference between watching wildlife and disturbing it. Responsible viewing means observing behavior without changing it. If you can get close enough for a great photo, you might already be too close. When in doubt, use the "rule of thumb." It’s easy: make a thumbs up, extend your arm all the way, close one eye, and see if you can hide the animal with your thumb. If you can’t hide the entire animal with your thumb, take a few steps back and try again. When you can hide the whole animal, you are at a safe distance from wildlife.

05/19/2026

Public lands are home to the wildlife that lives there year-round. We're the visitors. Treating that time in their habitat with respect; keeping distance, managing pets, and storing food is part of the deal.

05/18/2026

05/15/2026

Leave No Trace instructors are the people who carry this work into the field. If your certification has lapsed , or it's been a few years since you've received your training, recertification keeps your teaching sharp and your impact current.

Summer is coming. It's a good time to get current.

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05/15/2026

Join us for this great event on May 21-23

05/13/2026

An animal that gets food from humans learns to expect it. That changes how it behaves — and where it goes looking. Animals that associate humans with food are more likely to end up in conflict situations. Feeding wildlife isn't kindness. It's a slow harm.

05/12/2026

Stewardship is more than picking up trash or maintaining trails. It’s the responsibility we share to care for the places that care for us.

Leave No Trace helps turn awareness into action by teaching people how to reduce their impact, protect natural spaces, and inspire others to do the same. Our public lands depend on everyday acts of stewardship so these places can continue to be enjoyed for generations to come.

📍Ancestral lands of the Serrano