Leave No Trace:
From Awareness to Action
A bilingual environmental stewardship experience designed to teach participants how to minimize their impact on nature through the 7 Leave No Trace Principles, responsible outdoor recreation, and hands-on conservation practices.
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Program Overview
Connecting People with Nature Through Education, Respect, and Action.
Leave No Trace: From Awareness to Action is a bilingual environmental education experience designed to help participants develop responsible outdoor habits through the application of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles, hands-on learning, and a guided outdoor experience that promotes conservation, environmental awareness, and community responsibility.
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Through interactive activities, educational discussions, and practical outdoor experiences, participants discover how everyday actions can contribute to protecting natural resources and reducing human impact on the environment.
This experience encourages respect for natural spaces while inspiring participants to become active stewards of their communities and the planet.
Program Information
Program Type
Hybrid Experience
Virtual Orientation + Outdoor Experience
Virtual Orientation Session
August 28, 2026
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Outdoor Experience
September 5, 2026
Location
old town creek county park
Language
​Spanish and English
Organized By
Green Horizon Academy –
Mujeres Latinas of South Carolina
Program Objectives
Through Green Horizon Academy's Leave No Trace program at Old Towne Creek County Park on September 5, 2026, participants learned about responsible outdoor recreation, environmental protection, wildlife conservation, and practical skills for exploring nature safely.
7 Leave No Trace Principles
Learned how to minimize human impact and protect natural spaces.
Develop Responsible Outdoor Habits
Practiced respect for nature, designated trails, and wildlife
Environmental Awareness
Practiced respect for nature, designated trails, and wildlife
Leadership & Teamwork
Strengthened observation, communication, and environmental responsibility.
Learning Experience
Program Highlights
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Nature Exploration: Discovering the park's natural habitats, history, and biodiversity.
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Navigation Skills: Learning cardinal directions and how to use a compass.
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Wildlife Observation: Practicing responsible observation using binoculars.
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Environmental Action: Learning about litter prevention through the Una Colilla Menos initiative.
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Community Engagement: Encouraging environmental responsibility through bilingual education and teamwork.
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Interactive Environmental Education
Learn the 7 Leave No Trace Principles through engaging discussions and practical examples.
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Guided Outdoor Exploration
Observe natural areas while practicing responsible outdoor recreation.
Conservation Activities
Participate in hands-on activities that promote environmental stewardship and resource protection.
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Reflection & Community Responsibility
Discuss how individual actions contribute to healthier ecosystems and stronger communities.
Environmental Message
Nature belongs to all of us, and its protection begins with the choices we make every day. Through knowledge, respect, and action, we can reduce our impact, protect natural spaces, and inspire others to become stewards of the environment. Together, we can leave a positive legacy for future generations.
From Learning to Action:
Our Experience
Leave No Trace: From Awareness to Action was a two-part bilingual environmental education program organized by Mujeres Latinas de Sur Carolina through Green Horizon Academy.
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Outdoor Learning Experience – September 5, 2026
Held at Old Towne Creek County Park, this hands-on experience brought environmental education into nature. Activities focused on exploring local ecosystems, using compasses for navigation, observing wildlife with binoculars, practicing environmental stewardship, and learning about litter prevention through the Una Colilla Menos initiative.
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Our Educational Purpose
By connecting classroom learning with outdoor experiences, this program encouraged environmental responsibility, teamwork, and a deeper appreciation for protecting natural spaces for future generations.
