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Nature breaks: leave no trace beyond footprints
Dig shallow, pack out paper where required, stay away from water.
April 22, 20261 min read
Nature breaks: leave no trace beyond footprints
Step far off trail and from water sources; 70 m is a common guideline where not posted.
Use a trowel or heel to dig a small cathole in organic soil when appropriate; pack out toilet paper in arid or high-traffic areas.
Wet wipes belong in trash bags, not under bushes—they do not biodegrade quickly.
Sanitise hands before sharing food.
Discretion protects your dignity and local farmers’ fields.
Discretion protects your dignity and local farmers’ fields.
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