We camp because we love nature and the environment. And because we love it we want to protect the environment we find ourselves in. As campers, we learn to leave no trace and minimize our environmental impact so that we and future generations can continue to enjoy the outdoors.
What camping teaches youCamping teaches us to be good stewards to the environment by reminding us of the beauty of the outdoors. If we leave a place trashed, it won’t be the same to come back to. When we camp, we will in some way impact the environment. This is why it is important to reduce our impact by following the leave no trace principles.
When camping you consume less water and electricity than at home. This is a reminder that you can use less electricity in your daily life and help reduce your carbon footprint. Without running water, you will naturally use less of it. Let this be a reminder to turn off the water when not using it at hom…