How to Pack Out Poop on Trails and Treks
Talking about poop may seem strange, but it’s a topic that’s part of planning any activity in a natural area without a bathroom or other sanitary facilities. Principle 3 of Leave…
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Brazil and Portugal join forces in unprecedented environmental conservation initiative
Brazil and Portugal share a language, a rich natural diversity, and a common challenge: conserving their natural areas by educating and raising awareness among professionals and outdoor enthusiasts. These three factors…
Leave No Trace in trail running: how to run on trails with less impact
Trail running has grown significantly in recent years. That’s great. More people running on trails means more people getting closer to nature, discovering mountains, forests, parks, historic paths and landscapes that…
Nature experiences: what we can learn about leadership and humanity
The natural environment is one of the main classrooms when it comes to environmental education and conservation. It is no coincidence that the methodology of the Leave No Trace course has…
Gear Tips and Instituto Semeia together to spread the principles of Leave No Trace
The mission of the Instituto Semeia is very clear and noble: to ensure that all Brazilians visit the country’s parks and feel proud of them. To achieve this, the institution supports…
Gear Tips and eTrilhas app unite to amplify awareness about minimum impact
If you practice or work professionally in outdoor activities, you’ve certainly already used eTrilhas. The app gathers information about trails throughout Brazil, with photos of the main attractions, including some trails…
Leave No Trace launches free online course on minimum impact practices in fishing
Leave No Trace (LNT), in partnership with NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) and the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, has launched a free course on responsible fishing in marine protected areas.…
Leave No Trace instructor recertification: what you need to know
Since July 2025, all Leave No Trace Level 1 and Level 2 Instructors are required to recertify every two years to maintain active status. This update ensures that instructors continue teaching…
Project “Guardians of Nature” transforms learning into adventure
On September 23, the Horto Florestal de Itamonte was the stage for the first edition of the “Guardians of Nature” Project, an environmental education initiative focused on the ethics of Minimum…
State Park Serra do Mar monitors receive Leave No Trace training
The Parque Estadual Serra do Mar – Núcleo Bertioga has been experiencing exponential growth in the number of visitors. In 2024, around 12,000 people enjoyed the park’s natural beauty. In just…
Ceará Mountain Festival debuts with sponsorship from Gear Tips
On July 18, 19, and 20, Quixadá, in the hinterland of Ceará, hosted the first edition of the Ceará Mountain Festival, sponsored by Gear Tips. Created to raise awareness about the…
Gear Tips is a finalist for the UIAA Mountain Protection Award 2025
Gear Tips is among the finalists of the Mountain Protection Award 2025, promoted by the UIAA (International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation). The award recognizes projects focused on sustainability and tackling climate…
Speak for Nature: the Authority of the Resource technique in Leave No Trace
When we discuss ethics in natural environments, we often face the challenge of communicating best practices without sounding authoritarian. How can we guide someone without simply “scolding” them? How can we…
Chapada Diamantina hosts the first Leave No Trace class in the Northeast
Gear Tips has just reached another milestone with the Programa CAPACITAR: the first Leave No Trace – Level 1 Instructor training in Brazil’s Northeast region. The course was held in Chapada…
Gear Tips Empowerment Program is recognized as a Gold Standard by Leave No Trace
The Gear Tips EMPOWERMENT Program has been officially recognized as a Gold Standard Program by Leave No Trace, becoming the first program outside the United States to receive this distinction. This…
Empowerment Program holds the first edition of the Leave No Trace course exclusively for Black people
On March 22 and 23, the Empowerment Program by Gear Tips, in partnership with Kampa, the NGI ICMBio Mantiqueira, Milla Expedições, and Okê Aventura, will hold the first edition of the…
Combating Overtourism with Regenerative Tourism
Excessive tourism — or overtourism — refers to the overcrowding of popular destinations, harming the local environment, economies, and communities. This issue is becoming increasingly urgent for many destinations worldwide. However,…
The Responsibility of Sharing Nature Experiences on Social Media
Social media has become a powerful way to inspire people to explore nature, but this influence comes with significant responsibilities. When sharing outdoor experiences on social media, it is essential to…
The impact of feeding wildlife
The Principle 6 of Leave No Trace – Respect Wildlife reminds us of the importance of maintaining a healthy and responsible relationship with wildlife. Feeding them, although it may seem harmless…
Gear Tips conducts CAPACITAR Program – Leave No Trace Instructor Level 2
Gear Tips is the only Brazilian company classified as “Corporate Partner” of the Leave No Trace NGO in Brazil. Since 2023, through the CAPACITAR Program, it offers to guides, instructors and…
The 7 Principles of “Leave No Trace” for the Camino de Santiago
In April 2024, I began a 35-day journey covering almost 800 km along the French Way of St. James, which starts in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, France, and ends in Santiago de Compostela. Along…