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RESPECT THE MOUNTAIN!
“Protection, conservation and enhancement” are the watchwords of
the national parks. Because of the management costs that this rule
entails, charges for services in national parks, such as camping, may be
higher than those found in private organizations. But to help visitors
better understand the importance of our natural heritage, interpreta-
tion activities are often offered free of charge. Ecotourism in national
parks involves practising recreational and educational activities re-
spectfully, which requires a thorough understanding of guidelines and
socially responsible behaviour.
For more information, visit the Parks Canada Website (www.pc.gc.
ca).
Here are a few guidelines:
First of all, stay on the trails even if they are covered in snow or
mud, in order to protect the ground vegetation and avoid widening
the trail.
Unless you're heading off on a long trek, wear lightweight hiking
boots; they do less damage to vegetation.
When in a group in alpine regions, spread out and walk on rocks as
much as possible to avoid damaging the vegetation.
It is just as important to protect waterways, bodies of water and the
ground water when in mountainous regions. When digging back-
country latrines, place them at least 30m from all water sources,
and cover everything (tissue paper included) with earth.
Never clean yourself in lakes or streams.
At campsites, dispose of waste water only in designated areas.
Never leave any garbage behind. Bags for this are provided at Parks
Canada offi ces.
Certain types of flowers are endangered, so do not pick anything.
Leave everything as you fi nd it, so those that follow can enjoy the
beauty of nature as you did.
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