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Treadlightly!®
Who is Tread Lightly!?
Tread Lightly!® is a nonprofit organization whose
mission is “To empower generations to enjoy the outdoors responsibly through
education and restoration.” While its mission incorporates all forms of
outdoor recreation, Tread Lightly!’s core focus is the ethical
use of motorized and mechanized vehicles on both land and water.
In 1985, the US Forest Service launched the Tread
Lightly! program as a means of addressing concerns about the impacts from
increasing numbers of visitors to the great outdoors for recreational purposes.
In 1990, to maximize the program’s effectiveness, management responsibilities
were transferred to the private sector, making Tread Lightly! an apolitical,
not-for-profit organization.
Tread Lightly! is funded by donations from
individual members, corporations, dealerships, clubs, retailers and other
organizations interested in spreading the message of responsible and ethical use
of the outdoors. Federal Partners include the National Park Service,
Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, and Army Corps
of Engineers.
What does Tread Lightly! Do?
Tread Lightly!® focuses its programs and efforts in
education and restoration to further the goals of responsible and ethical
recreation.
Current programs include Tread Trainer™-- a
training course designed to produce instructors of the Tread Lightly! ethic,
deemed “Master Trainers.” Restoration for Recreation™ is another important
element of Tread Lightly! that aims to construct, enhance or restore
recreational sites across the country. The organization also produces a
multitude of educational pieces for outdoor enthusiasts, hunting educators,
advertising agencies, the government and children of all ages.
Tread Lightly! is thus an ethical and educational
force in bringing together and unifying a broad spectrum of stakeholders
including agencies, industry, media, conservation and enthusiast groups, and
concerned individuals who share a common goal -- to find a balance between
humans and nature.
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Travel & recreate with minimum impact
Respect the environment and the rights of others
Educate yourself plan and prepare before you go
Allow for future use of the outdoors, by leaving it better than you found
it
Discover the rewards of responsible recreation
To leave a good impression, you need the right
information. Through education and stewardship, Tread Lightly! empowers
generations to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. If we increase public awareness
and encourage responsible outdoor practices, the great outdoors will be
accessible, open and well preserved for years to come.
Your participation is vital to our work.
Make a difference!
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