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Gain knowledge, show you care, protect the planet.
What's New
Take a look at our newest online course offerings
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Leave No Trace Fishing with America’s National Marine Sanctuaries
Course • 27 lessonsThis course is designed for visitors to America’s National Marine Sanctuaries, but the lessons within will be applicable to anyone interested in learning more about Leave No Trace practices while fishing.
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Leave No Trace for Urban Connections
Course • 38 lessonsThis course is designed for communities and partners of the USDA Forest Service Eastern Region's Urban Connections Program, but the lessons within will be applicable to anyone interested in learning or teaching Leave No Trace in city centers.
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Youth Educator Specialization (Request Access)
Course • 37 lessonsThis course, available to certified Level 1 and Level 2 Instructors with a current membership, covers best practices and techniques for effectively teaching Leave No Trace to youth both in the classroom and outdoors.
All Courses
Start with the 101 Course and expand your outdoor ethic.
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Leave No Trace 101 Course
Course • 47 lessonsThis is an introduction to Leave No Trace and the actions we can collectively take to protect our planet. In this course we share helpful information with a simple framework of minimum impact practices to apply when spending time outdoors.
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Leave No Trace Backcountry Course
Course • 39 lessonsThis course covers essential information for a minimally impactful trip into the backcountry. Join us and learn the skills and insights for remote outdoor areas! Students are encouraged to take the Leave No Trace 101 Course prior to enrollment.
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Introduction to Effective Communication of Leave No Trace (Request Access)
Course • 48 lessonsStrong communication is a critical part of our in-person, written, and digital education efforts. By ensuring our interactions are effective we can improve the health of our shared outdoor spaces and inspire others to be outdoor stewards.
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Leave No Trace Stock Use Course
Course • 32 lessonsLearn the ins and outs of stock use in the outdoors. This 60-minute course guides you through the Leave No Trace 7 Principles with experts Bob Hoverson and Smoke Elser.
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Youth Educator Specialization (Request Access)
Course • 37 lessonsThis course, available to certified Level 1 and Level 2 Instructors with a current membership, covers best practices and techniques for effectively teaching Leave No Trace to youth both in the classroom and outdoors.
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Leave No Trace Fishing with America’s National Marine Sanctuaries
Course • 27 lessonsThis course is designed for visitors to America’s National Marine Sanctuaries, but the lessons within will be applicable to anyone interested in learning more about Leave No Trace practices while fishing.
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Leave No Trace for Urban Connections
Course • 38 lessonsThis course is designed for communities and partners of the USDA Forest Service Eastern Region's Urban Connections Program, but the lessons within will be applicable to anyone interested in learning or teaching Leave No Trace in city centers.
PEAK Online
PEAK Online includes videos and activities to help kids (recommended ages 7-12) understand the 7 Principles and how Leave No Trace skills and ethics can help protect the outdoor places we love. When you successfully complete PEAK Online, you will be able to download a digital Certificate of Completion!
Zero Landfill Course
Each year, over 100 million pounds of waste are generated in national parks by park operations, visitors, and other sources. Learn how you can help minimize waste in our parks.
Leave No Trace for Elopement Photographers
For all photographers who use public lands (national parks, state parks, national forests, BLM land, city & county parks, etc.) as a backdrop for sessions, weddings, or elopements.
