March 19: Leave No Trace

Topic: The Four Ps: Pee, Poop, Periods, and Personal Hygiene – Leaving No Trace on the Trail and Why it Matters

Join Leave No Trace for an interactive workshop and discussion about getting outside in an environmentally sustainable way while managing the Four Ps: Pee, Poop, Periods, and Personal Hygiene. Topics will include considerations for human waste disposal, how and why to dig a cathole or use a personal portable toilet (WAG bag), what to do when you're on your period, how and where to pee outside, and tips for bathing and personal hygiene when there's no bathroom. We’ll help break down the facts, science, and latest best practices to help hikers & backpackers, whether new or experienced, feel more comfortable with these sometimes taboo or embarrassing, yet extremely important, topics.

If you are new to Leave No Trace principles, consider taking this online course to learn more.

In addition:

• Have a chance to win gear giveaways from Magnet Designs.
• Have a conversation with other intentional hikers about the topic *read more about the conversation code below.

For this event 2/3 of the donations will be given to Leave No Trace. *Donations will appear as a second "ticket" in your order **Donations are not tax deductible unless made directly to a registered non-profit organization.

About the Speakers

• Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Team members Jeanelle and Rob are passionate outdoor recreationists who love backpacking, hiking and camping. While they travel together and appreciate the beauty of our public lands, they also enjoy sharing and educating through photography and videography in hopes of a sustainable future for all people to enjoy. They combined their backgrounds in public education, marketing, logistics, and content creation to educate, welcome, and bring inclusivity for all people to the outdoors. Jeanelle and Rob will help break down the facts, science, and latest best practices to help hikers & backpackers, whether new or experienced, feel more comfortable with these sometimes taboo or embarrassing topics.

FAQ

Only register if you can attend this event in person

• A recording of each event (excluding the conversation portion) will be uploaded to the Intentional Hiking YouTube channel.
• Each recording will be accompanied by a Conversation Kit which will help you have a discussion on the event's theme with friends and family.

Conversation code

• Please engage in these conversations with curiosity, an open mind, and respect. 
• Lead with kindness and compassion. 
• Listen to understand; not reply. 
• No judgement, no advice (unless specifically asked for)

Non-profit Partners

• Each guest can choose a non-profit partner of choice to feature during the event. 
• Attendees can raise money for the non-profit during the registration process by giving a donation. 
• Donations will be split evenly between the guest, non-profit partner, and host.

Gear Giveaways

• Events will feature gear or product giveaways from new or cottage hiking brands. 
• Need to be present to win.

Event Duration

• Each event will last between 60-90 minutes

Event Link

• The zoom event link will be sent after registration. 
• If you do not receive your link at least one hour before the start, please email renee@longdistancetrailconsulting.com