Person wearing casual clothes walks on a forest trail surrounded by trees and greenery, holding a camera.

About Leave No Trace and Photography

— Leave No Trace is a set of principles meant to help protect nature. It is about minimizing our impact on the beautiful places we love to visit.

The 7 Principles are as follows:

  1. Plan and Prepare

  2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces

  3. Dispose of Waste Properly

  4. Leave What You Find

  5. Minimize Campfire Impacts

  6. Respect Wildlife

  7. Be Considerate of Others

Following these principles not only ensure that we will safely enjoy our photography experience in nature, but that others can enjoy their experiences for years to come. How great would it be to return to the same place of your elopement or family photos a decade or two later and it be unchanged?