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Leave No Trace (LNT) Learn the seven principles of Leave No Trace, an internationally recognized program educating the public on outdoor ethics. Participants will discover how to properly plan and prepare for an outdoor outing, how to dispose of waste properly and other skills that will enhance their future outdoor experiences. This program gives you the skills for traveling and staying in the wilderness and minimizing your impact on the environment. Regardless of your favorite outdoor activity, Leave No Trace skills are an important part of keeping nature natural. For more information visit www.LNT.org Awareness Workshops 1hr – Full Day Trainer Course 2-3 Day Backpacking Find out the secrets to self-contained traveling and camping in the wilderness. You will get to use and understand the specialized gear and techniques used for backpacking. Canoe Camping Get the plan on how to pack and execute an efficient multi-day down river self-contained canoe trip. Primitive Fire Building You will get a hands on appreciation of the primal skills of fire building. We will demonstrate and practice various methods from Bow and Spindle, Flint and Steel, and other more novel techniques. Map, Compass and GPS Learn to read and use topographical maps and compass to navigate in the wilderness using the proper techniques. Discovering the Outdoors Plants and Wildlife: Explore nature and discover the wildlife found in Southern Virginia. We will identify variety of flora and fauna including trees, edible plants, wildflowers, and animals. Knots We teach you a variety of knots for camping, hiking and boating, how to tie them and when to use them. Learn the mystery behind the one handed bow line. |
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