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Griff Danheim, Houston, TX Volunteer State Advocate
I live in Houston, Texas. I hope to raise the awareness of Leave No Trace in my state by coordinating efforts with federal, state, county and municipal groups to develop long term plans, programs and assist with employee/volunteer training.
The ranks of Leave No Trace resources in the state grew in 2010 with numerous new Trainers completing our Trainer Course. We continue to expand the outreach with the help of the Traveling Trainer Teams and have a number of events planned throughout the year in Texas. The new Boy Scouts of American Outdoor Ethics Program also continues to grow at rapid pace. Our Girls Scouts are also busy in offering sold out trainer courses.
Our state is a large one geographically which presents unique challenges for our coordinated outreach efforts. Stay tuned for new changes during the year to better meet the needs of the outdoor and corporate communities in Texas. I always welcome any contact, feedback and interest in the Leave No Trace program.
Last but certainly not least, thanks to everyone that is out there spreading the word for Leave No Trace and making our outdoors a better place. You make a difference with each person you impact. See you outdoors!
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When: January 3-7, 2012
Description: Hosted by Baylor University Outdoor Adventure, this canoeing focused, 5-day Master Educator Course, is sure to be an excellent experience. For more information, please see the informational flyer here
When: 8:30am Saturday thru 11:30 am Sunday, January 14-15, 2012
Where: Fort Richardson State Park, Jacksboro, Texas
Cost: $40 per person plus park admission. Covers – Camp site, Saturday lunch, snack and dinner, Sunday breakfast, coffee, hot chocolate, LNT Supplies as needed.
Who: Scouts and other Outdoor Enthusiasts
Description: Join us for an experiential weekend of LNT campfire building, food disposal and other great LNT skills. Learn the 7 Principles of LNT, and the science and history behind each one. We will explore durable surfaces around beautiful Fort Richardson and see historical impacts from the past.
Instructor: Trina Newnam
Gear: You will need to bring personal gear such as tent, sleeping bag, pillow etc, clothes, dunk bag with plate, bowl, cup and utensils. Weather appropriate clothes, camp chair, pencil, flashlight. A more detailed gear list and menu will be emailed upon registration.
Contact: Trina Newnam email tlnewnam@charter.net phone 817-975-1639
When: Friday, February 10th – Saturday, February 11th, 2012
Where: Austin and Williamson County Area through the Austin Park Rangers
Who: Adults (18+), guides and outfitters, land managers, school teachers, students, retailers, scout leaders, educators or any individual interested in learning Leave No Trace skills and passing those skills on to others.
Description: Leave No Trace Trainer courses are two-day trainings put on in an outdoor setting. Trainer courses are designed to help participants better understand and teach Leave No Trace skills and ethics. Upon successful completion of the Trainer Course Participants will receive a Leave No Trace Trainer Certificate. The course limit is 12 participants and minimum number is 6 participants.
On completion of this course, participants will be registered as Leave No Trace Trainers with the national Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics and will receive a one year Leave No Trace Membership.
What to Bring: Participants will be backpacking and camping. At the time of registration participants will receive a planning packet that will include a detailed packing list. Participants should pack a lunch for Saturday, all other meals (through Sunday lunch) will be provided.
Instructors: Tara and Mark, Team West of the Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers. To learn more about Tara and Mark please visit http://lnt.org/programs/etour.php
Cost: $85 per participant. The cost covers course materials, a 1-year membership to Leave No Trace and meals with the exception of lunch for Saturday, which each participant should bring.
Contact: For more information and to register for this course please contact Nick Hirsch at Nick.Hirsch@austintexas.gov.
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Bayou Preservation Association | Houston | www.bayoupreservation.org
Jewish Community Center of Dallas | Dallas | www.jccdallas.org
Cutter Aquatics | Colleyville | www.cutteraquatics.com
Kayak Power, Inc | Dallas | www.kayakpower.com
Government Canyon State Natural Area | San Antonio | www.friendsofgc.org
Lower Colorado River Authority | Cedar Creek | www.lcra.org
Plano Parks & Recreation Department | Plano | www.planoparks.org
Texas Parks & Wildlife | Austin | www.tpwd.state.tx.us/
Williamson County Conservation Foundation | Cedar Park | www.wilcogov.org/wccf
Forever Resorts/Big Bend Resorts | Big Bend NP | www.chisosmountainslodge.com
Kammok International LLC | Rowlett | www.kammok.com/
Outdoor Rookie | Houston | www.outdoorrookie.com
Packit Gourmet | Austin | www.packitgourmet.com
Baylor University | Waco | www.baylor.edu/
Camp JOLT / Allsaints Camp | Pottsboro | www.jolt-texoma.org
Lone Star Expeditions | Groveton | www.lonestarexpeditions.com
Texas A&M Commerce Climbing and Outdoor Adventure Program | Commerce | www.tamu-commerce.edu/reccenter
