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January 24, 2018 ·

What is Leave No Trace? (& What Does It Mean for Girl Scouts?)

At Girl Scouts, we believe in responsible behavior and respecting the environment. That’s why Leave No Trace is such an important aspect of Girl Scouts!

The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics is a national organization that protects the outdoors by teaching and inspiring people to enjoy it responsibly. That’s something we can get behind!

So, what does Leave No Trace mean, exactly, and how can Girl Scouts ensure they’re practicing it daily?

What is Leave No Trace?

In general, the idea of Leave No Trace is to sustain the environment for generations to come. We can do this by being aware of how we’re interacting with the environment and making conscious decisions ...
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