Ultralight ethics: Leave No Trace practices
Lighter gear ≠ lighter impact. Key LNT practices for ultralight backpackers: ✅ Must-Do’s: Camp Small: Use DCF tarps on durable surfaces only (rock/sand)—never meadows. Pack Out Everything: Micro-trash (wrappers, tape) weighs grams. Water Wisdom: Use 1–2 drops soap max; wash 200+ ft from streams. Trail Discipline: Never cut switchbacks—alpine soil erodes in seconds. ⚠️ Ultralight-Specific Risks: "Stealth Camping" ≠ LNT Violation: But avoid pristine zones/fragile vegetation. Burying TP? Pack it out (use reusable zip bags). Moss ≠ Free Real Estate: Don’t pitch tents on protected flora. 🔥 Fire Reality: Stove-only in dry regions (alcohol > wood fires). Skip fires in high-risk zones—even if legal. Ethic: "Wilderness > Weight. Minimize impact, not just ounces." #Ultralight #LeaveNoTrace #EthicalHiking #LNT #Backpacking