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Acadia National Park
Leave No Trace Training and Outreach
Three images of Leave No Trace Training: two in field, one in classroom.
Leave No Trace training combines classroom learning with field-based activities.

Training
LNT training throughout Maine is increasing as more individuals, agencies, and organizations become involved. There are two levels of training available.

The Master of Leave No Trace is a five-day class of experiential learning in the field, including three nights of camping. The Appalachian Mountain Club teaches the class. The master class is ideal for agency staff, scout leaders, and leaders of large school, summer camp, or outdoor education programs. It enables you to teach the two-day trainers class and other workshops. The AMC teaches 5-6 master classes throughout the northeast from April to October. Occasionally, a special master class may be available in Maine.

The Leave No Trace Trainer Class is a two-day class with one night of camping. It is ideal for those who will directly lead others in the outdoors, and it teaches how to communicate LNT and integrate it into your activities.

A trainers class is hosted in mid-June by Acadia National Park and is taught by the LNT Center for Outdoor Ethics Traveling Trainer team. Other trainers classes may also be available in Maine from time to time. 

Contact Charlie Jacobi at 207-288-8727 or via e-mail for information on the availability of trainers classes in Maine. For more information about classes and training, visit the Leave No Trace website.

Outreach
LNT masters and trainers may be available to come to your site for an LNT workshop of one to several hours.

Materials
LNT training materials are available from the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics.

Cobblestone Bridge, faced with rounded cobblestones, has a stream running underneath.  

Did You Know?
The historic carriage road system at Acadia National Park features 17 stone-faced bridges spanning streams, waterfalls, cliffs, and roads. The design of each bridge, such as Cobblestone Bridge, is unique.

Last Updated: January 26, 2007 at 09:54 EST