A general advise to trekkers is to leave only
footprints and take only photographs. However, the
recent developments along trekking trails have been of
concern to environmentalists and local alike. The
sprouting of teahouses along trekking trails demand
wood for construction and fuel, which has led to
deforestation. In additional, the amount of waste has
increased without proper mechanism for disposal, making
some of the popular trails both unsightly and
unhealthy. With increased awareness on the part of
trekkers and local people, this trend in changing.
However, message still needs to be passed across for a
more environmentally sound trekking. For vigilant
trekking the following rules must be followed:
1. Ensure that you trekking supplies sufficient kerosene
or gas for cooking.
2. Dispose biodegradable waste properly and carry
non-biodegradable waste pit.
3. Ensure that comp sites are left clean and that toilet
pits are properly filled in after use.
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