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To protect Arizona’s natural icons and ensure the protection of the spaces and places that draw travelers to the state, the Arizona Office of Tourism developed AppreciateAZ. This program promotes sustainable tourism tactics and responsible recreation throughout Arizona, advocating for visitation in a manner that won’t deplete our state’s environmental, economic, or cultural resources.
Learn how you can help protect Arizona’s iconic natural features at VisitArizona.com
Leave No Trace Principles
Leave No Trace Principles
# 1 Plan Ahead & Prepare
# 1 Plan Ahead & Prepare
There's so much more than just desert in Arizona. Planning ahead and preparing for the state's diverse terrain and temperatures means you'll be able to safely experience all that Arizona has to offer.
# 2 Stick to Trails
# 2 Stick to Trails
Wander with wonder, but please stick to the trails and camp only on existing or designated campsites. When you minimize your impact, you help protect plants, animals and yourself.
# 3 Trash Your Trash
# 3 Trash Your Trash
Ecosystems are delicate and even organic trash can have a negative impact. So, when it comes to trash and waste, pack it in and pack it out.
# 4 Leave What You Find
# 4 Leave What You Find
In Arizona, there is so much to discover and history to explore. Take pictures and make memories, but please don't take mementos or leave a mark.
# 5 Be Careful with Fire
# 5 Be Careful with Fire
Minimize fire impacts by using only designated fire pits and keeping your campfire small, safe and attended. Arizona's hot, dry climate is perfect to catch a blaze, making this principles ever so important.
# 6 Respect Wildlife
# 6 Respect Wildlife
Arizona's great outdoors is home to more than 800 species of wildlife. It's best to observe them from a distance, so be prepared to stop and let the wildlife stay wild.
# 7 Share the Outdoors
# 7 Share the Outdoors
Arizona's landscapes provide the perfect backdrop for reflection. Respect others and their unique connection to the land. Let's all enjoy the natural world together.
Resources
Resources
Leave No Trace Tool Kit
Leave No Trace Tool Kit
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LNT Digital Learning Courses
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Arizona Travelers
Arizona Travelers
If you are eager to learn how you can responsibley enjoy all that Arizona's outdoor wonderf have to offer, you are in the right place! This is an introduction to Leave No Trace. We share helpful information with a simple framework of minimum impact practices to apply when spending time outdoors.
Visitor Centers
Visitor Centers
As a member of the Arizona Visitor Center community, you play a vital role in how we promote Arizona as a travel destination. Along with local, regional and statewide attractions, destinations and dining, you can help play a crucial part to help promote Leave No Trace's educational message with visitors and traveler who are likely unaward of the negative impacts that can result from outdoor recreation.
Industry Partners
Industry Partners
As a member of the Arizona hospitality or retail industry, you plan a crucial role to help promote Leave No Trace's educational message with visitors and customers who are likely unaware of the negative impacts that can result from outdoor recreation.
Appreciate AZ Video Content
Appreciate AZ Video Content
Appreciate AZ Ambassadors
Appreciate AZ Ambassadors
Patagonia Lumber Company
Patagonia Lumber Company
AZHikeaholics
AZHikeaholics
Danielle Outdoors
Danielle Outdoors
Coalition Partners
Coalition Partners
To learn more about joining as a Coalition Partner
To learn more about joining as a Coalition Partner
Email Lena Allen - lallen@tourism.az.gov
Email Lena Allen - lallen@tourism.az.gov
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