Leave No Trace Provides Free Youth Materials to Celebrate 250 Years of America’s Public Lands

May 14, 2026

Posters, workbooks for kids, and resources for public lands agencies are now available to download at LNT.org/America-250

Boulder, CO (May 14, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – To celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, Leave No Trace has partnered with the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management to launch a national campaign centered on the importance of caring for public lands. The campaign encourages young people, families, educators, and outdoor enthusiasts to celebrate America’s parks, forests, and open spaces and learn Leave No Trace practices so we can protect the next 250 years.

Download Free Posters, Graphics, and Workbooks for Kids
https://lnt.org/america-250/

“America’s parks and protected areas are truly remarkable, and a tremendous source of national pride,” says Dana Watts, the executive director of Leave No Trace. “I’m excited to release these free new resources to celebrate our national tradition of responsible recreation, and I’m especially happy that we can offer new, kid-friendly materials just as many families are planning summer hiking, camping, and other outdoor adventures.”

Watch a 250 Celebration Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-IdaQ9iFEw

Anyone looking to expand their responsible recreation knowledge and skills can also take advantage of the free online learning classes available at Learn.LNT.org. Poplar courses include:

• Leave No Trace 101 learn about the 7 Principles and much more https://learn.lnt.org/courses/101
• Leave No Trace for the Backcountry covers essential information applicable to remote settings
  https://learn.lnt.org/courses/backcountry
• Leave No Trace for Urban Connections based on a popular USDA Forest Service program that brings Wilderness inspiration to front-country settings
  https://learn.lnt.org/courses/lnt_urbanconnections

In 2026, Leave No Trace hopes to provide online learning experiences for more than 25,000 individuals, with most of the classes available at no cost to participants. The classes are available in multiple languages and are proving popular with outdoor enthusiasts around the globe.