“Leave No Trace” – to avoid the impact on woodland areas
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Principles:
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Be well planned and prepared
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Walk and camp in suitable places
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Dispose litter properly and take your litter home
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Maintain the original appearance of the environment
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Reduce the use of fire and the impact on the environment
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Show respect to wildlife
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Be considerate to other hikers and users of woodland areas
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Preparation:
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When hiking:
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Avoid wearing brightly coloured clothing so as not to startle wild animals
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Do not leave any litter behind
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Do not move anything for taking photos
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When camping:
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Choose places exposed to sunlight as far as possible to reduce the damage to grass and soil
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Replace campfire with efficient cooking appliances to avoid leaving traces of charcoal or blackened stones
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Choose small pieces of wood that are withered and not thicker than an adult’s wrist for lighting a fire
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Excrete in remote places away from water sources as far as possible, or dispose of excreta collectively to make it easier to be taken away from the wild