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Water and Snow Recreation in the National Forests With the National Forests providing 42% of the state’s runoff water, it’s only natural that the Forests would also provide endless water recreation opportunities. Some of these activities include swimming, boating, fly fishing, lake fishing, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and snowmobiling. |
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Leave No Trace Protect your watersheds by using Leave No Trace practices! In Camp
- Set up camp at least 200 feet from water. Use an established campsite, if possible.
- Use a cathole (6-8 inches deep, 4-6 inches wide, 200 feet from water) to bury human waste in. Pack out toilet paper in a plastic bag.
- Do any washing -- even with biodegradable soaps -- at least 200 feet from water sources. Don’t throw food litter, fish entrails, or dishwashing water into water sources.
- Use a backpacking or camp stove. If you must build a campfire, keep it small and use an existing fire ring.
On the Trail and in the Woods
- Help prevent erosion by staying on the trail and not cutting switchbacks.
- Walk single file.
- Pick up and pack out all of your litter.
- Pack out toilet paper in a plastic bag.
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