Be quiet. Noise can also disturb wildlife. Keep your voice down, and avoid making sudden noises.
Don't feed the animals. Feeding wildlife can lead to a number of problems, including habituation, which can make animals more likely to approach humans and potentially become dangerous.
Pack it in, pack it out. Leave no trace by packing out all of your trash, including food scraps. Trash can attract animals and lead to them becoming habituated to human presence.
Respect wildlife. Wildlife is an important part of our natural heritage. Please respect these animals by following these simple guidelines.
Here are some additional tips for specific outdoor activities:
* Hiking: Stay on designated trails and avoid hiking through sensitive areas, such as meadows and nesting sites.
* Camping: Choose a campsite that is at least 200 feet away from water, and store your food and trash in a bear-proof container.
* Fishing: Use barbless hooks and release fish carefully back into the water.
* Hunting: Follow all state and federal hunting regulations, and be sure to properly dispose of your game meat and entrails.
* Boating: Avoid operating boats in shallow water or near sensitive habitats, and be sure to properly dispose of your trash.
* Off-roading: Stay on designated trails and avoid driving in sensitive areas, such as dunes and wetlands.
* Photography: Use a telephoto lens to photograph wildlife from a distance, and avoid using flash photography.
By following these simple guidelines, you can help to ensure that your outdoor activities don't harm wildlife.
