WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE “LNT AWARE”?

HANNAH & MARY // STYLED ELOPEMENT PROJECT // COLD WATER GARDENS

We sat down with Audrey Darke Photography to learn more…

“LNT” stands for Leave No Trace. It’s a set of ethics and minimum impact practices photographers can follow in order to enjoy AND protect the outdoors at the same time. For Audrey, this is something she finds extremely important to follow and respect, because she feels that “if we don’t, eventually we won’t be able to enjoy so many places in nature anymore.”

What is the most important thing you want others to KNOW ABOUT if they want to learn more about BEING LNT AWARE

“One of the biggest and hardest things that I think people should be aware of is to tag responsibly on social media, so many amazing locations have been destroyed because people saw someone go to [them] on Instagram and then they had to go too. Then, they share it with all their followers, and it goes on and on…”

SEVEN LNT PRINCIPLES & resources

for learning more about Leave No Trace

1. Plan ahead and prepare. Have a plan of action, something our team can help you and your photographer with! Know where you’re going, have a permit. Be safe.

2. Travel and camp on durable surfaces.

3. Dispose of waste properly, don’t leave anything behind including confetti or sparkles!

4. Leave what you find where you found it.

5. Minimize campfire impacts.

6. Respect wildlife.

7. Be considerate of other visitors.

If you are looking to learn more on your own about this topic - you can take an online course here through Leave No Trace.