What is the Leave No Trace spotlight?

Leave no trace in the spotlight Launched in January 2023, the program is a free initiative that combines environmental conservation with community engagement. The program selects a variety of outdoor spaces, from national parks to local organizations, for three days of educational and conservation events. Since launchThe program reached 29 natural areas, directly trained 9,714 people, engaged 65 community groups, and provided 3,067 volunteer hours. Notable successes include projects in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Red Rock Canyon (Northern California, Nevada), and Biscayne Bay, Florida, where activities ranged from wildflower planting to community rehabilitation and education.

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Since its launch, the program has successfully trained 9,714 people.

Involved 65 community groups in conservation efforts.

3,067 volunteer hours worked to protect the environment.

Expanding coverage to 29 natural areas in the first year

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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / October 23, 2024 / Subaru of America, Inc.

Leave No Trace Spotlight combines our shared love of nature with a commitment to preserving its well-being and beauty.

The spotlights are designed to galvanize local Leave No Trace efforts by uniting the community, uniting partners and inspiring further action. This free program provides opportunities for Leave No Trace training, community outreach and volunteerism.

The selected spaces range from national parks and forests to state or municipal sites and local non-profits and organizations.

Nominate in the spotlight

How does this work

Sites nominate themselves to participate in the program.
We hand-select nominated outdoor spaces that need our community’s care and attention.
Leave No Trace and the selected sites work closely to plan and promote Spotlight.
Our Subaru/Leave No Trace teams travel to Spotlight locations to conduct free educational workshops, community cleanups, restoration projects and more!
You visit Spotlight to support conservation efforts in your community.
These Spotlight locations benefit from the education, awareness and participation of the Leave No Trace community, resulting in an outdoor experience better than we found, where conservation and conservation are in full force.

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2024 Spotlights

Floodlights are installed throughout the country in all types of natural areas. Each location offers three days of Leave No Trace education and fun for the entire community!

So mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to roll up your sleeves for conservation work. See you there!

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Spotlights in action

Wheat Ridge, Colorado

The Wheat Ridge Spotlight program directly trained 213 community members: 48 volunteers planted wildflowers, 72 youth campers learned Leave No Trace, 45 community members participated in quizzes, and 54 participated in other outreach programs.

Red Rock Canyon (Northern California, Nevada)

At the Red Rock Canyon Spotlight, 33 volunteers worked to repair fences and restore community trails. 24 employees and partners completed Leave No Trace training. NPR’s coverage of the program reached more than 4,000 community members. NCA Red Rock Canyon is currently working to designate the site as Gold Standard.

Biscayne Bay, Florida

Four local organizations joined forces to host the Spotlight event, where 19 stakeholders received Leave No Trace training, 45 community members took part in a Leave No Trace trivia night, and 55 volunteers cleaned up litter and distributed garbage bags to boatmen.

“The Leave No Trace program at Mohonk Preserve was the catalyst our partnership needed to raise our Leave No Trace work to the highest standard. This event brought our employees and community together for stewardship projects, community engagement, educational experiences, and fun! the weekend taught us many things that we immediately applied to our work. It was an eye-opening experience for our organization that will benefit the land and community forever.”

Andrew Bahardi
Mohonk Preserve

“The Leave No Trace Spotlight program showcased and inspired our hidden treasure at the Clear Creek Natural Heritage Area in Denton, Texas. The Leave No Trace Spotlight team were organized and meticulously planned to ensure our Spotlight event went off very well. The marketing package was perfect for our marketing focus and included sample content.”

Karin Zeman
Denton Parks and Recreation

“Coordinating the Leave No Trace event at Red Rock Canyon NCA in 2022 was very enjoyable and educational! The training has truly changed the discussion we are having as a partner with BLM Red Rock Canyon about how we better communicate the impact of the Leave No Trace initiative. We are now working towards becoming a Gold Standard location.”

Terry Jenison
Friends of Red Rock Canyon

About hitting the ground

Since the program launched in January 2023, Spotlights:

29 natural areas covered
9,714 people received direct education.
Involved 65 community groups
3,067 volunteer hours provided.

Take part

Nominate in the spotlight

Are you a land manager, outdoor educator, or part of a non-profit organization or group that could benefit from Leave No Trace’s free educational programs?

Nominate in the spotlight

Attend the Spotlight Event

Are you a Leave No Tracer supporter, outdoor enthusiast, volunteer or nature lover interested in getting involved?

Attend the Spotlight Event

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