Be good, take the Wild Pledge.
The Wild Pledge is a promise to practise responsible tourism and journey with care when visiting Vancouver Island communities, businesses, Indigenous communities, forests and oceans. By taking The Wild Pledge, you are making a commitment to be a more sustainable traveller by doing the following:
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Leave no trace when exploring our beaches, forests, & land.
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- Reduce your plastic waste output by packing light & purposeful. Use reusable bottles, coffee cups, cutlery, steel or bamboo straws, and food containers.
- Avoid building any structures, rock cairns, or dig trenches.
- Do not move or take and rocks, plants and natural objects, or transport and non-native species.
- Minimize campfire impacts where fires are permitted.
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Encourage the celebration of local cultures, traditions & heritages.
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- Look but don’t touch cultural, historical structures and artifacts.
- Leave your biases at home. Before your trip, do a bit of research so you can better understand local customs, views, and ways of life.
- Taking photos? Be sure to grab consent first.
- Respect local culture by participating in cultural appreciation, not cultural appropriation.
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Observe and not disturb our wildlife and natural habitats
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- Follow local rules and regulations that are in place to protect the environment, wildlife, and local communities.
- Never feed animals.
- Observe wildlife from a safe distance. Do not follow or approach.
- Store food and trash securely.
- Keep pets on a leash and under control at all times.
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Support local lives by eating, staying & shopping locally.
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- Choose locally-owned accommodations & established campsites.
- Support local travel companies offering tours & excursions.
- Dine at local restaurants and purchase locally-made products.
- Buy from local artists, craftspeople and artisans.
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Prepare for any experience in our trails, mountains & waters.
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- Prepare for extreme weather, hazards and emergencies.
- Schedule your trip to avoid times of high use.
- Do research before visiting spots that might pose a danger. Always read and follow cautionary signs.
- Bury solid human waste in holes 15 to 20 centimetres deep at least 70 metres from the water, campsites, or trails.
- Stay safe on the water by always wearing a lifejacket and carrying the required safety equipment.
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Share the trails, roads, routes, & parking areas.
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- Reduce your carbon footprint by walking more and driving less.
- Use public transportation or explore destinations by bike or foot.
- Be courteous and yield to other users while on the trails.
- Camp away from trails and other visitors.
- Enjoy nature with an open mind and let nature sounds prevail.
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