Plan Low Impact
1 hourPlan camp on durable surfaces existing sites when available.
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Learn bush leave no trace camp from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.
Plan camp on durable surfaces existing sites when available.
Use stove instead of fire or fire pan where fires permitted.
Pack out all trash including food scraps and toilet per LNT guidelines.
Restore site naturalizing any changes before departure.
Standard practices and recommended approaches for leave no trace wild camp.
New camp clears vegetation — use established when possible.
Document site restored — accountability builds habit.
Know when to DNF — persistent pain or confusion means stop at the next aid station.