Code of Conduct - Forestry

Protecting Our Natural Heritage

Please follow these principles to ensure the preservation of our natural and cultural treasures for future generations.

1

Plan and Prepare

Know the regulations and special concerns for the area you are visiting.
Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies.
Schedule your trip to avoid times of high use.
Visit in small groups when possible. Consider splitting larger groups when possible.
Use a map, compass, or GPS.

2

Travel on Designated Trails

Hike on maintained trails with durable surfaces.
Walk in single file in the middle of the trail even when wet or muddy.

3

Dispose of Wastes Properly

Pack out all trash, leftover food, and litter.
Dispose of trash and litter, in designated litter bins.
Utilize toilet facilities at trailheads and visitor centers whenever possible.
Do not camp within the National Parks and ecotourism sites unless permitted.
Do not pollute streams and lakes.

4

Leave What You Find

Preserve the past: examine, photograph, but do not touch cultural or historic structures or artifacts.
Leave any plant, flower, leaf, seed, fruit, rock or other object, creature, or artefact as you find them.
Avoid introducing or transporting non-native plant or animal species.

5

Respect Wildlife

Observe wildlife from a distance.
Do not follow or approach wildlife.
Never feed animals. Feeding wildlife damages their health, alters natural behaviors, and exposes them to predators.
Dogs brought into the park or ecotourist site must be kept on a lead or leash.
Avoid wildlife during sensitive times: mating, nesting, and raising young.

6

Be Considerate of Other Visitors

Respect other visitors and protect the quality of their experience.
Be courteous, yield to other visitors on the trail.
Do not abuse, insult, threaten assault authorized persons or other visitors.
Avoid loud voices or noises.

Thank You for Your Commitment

Thank you for doing your part to protect the natural and cultural heritage.

Adapted from "Leave No Trace - Seven Principles" and the Ecotourism Site Regulations

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