Leave No Trace Awareness Workshop

Saturday, May 10, 2025
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
NYNJTC Headquarters
Mahwah, NJ

Join Leave No Trace Level 2 Instructor and Trail Conference Staff Member, Melissa Cascini, to learn about the seven principles of Leave No Trace!

The course will cover the basics of the seven principles and how to reduce your impact while enjoying the outdoors. The workshop will consist of both indoor and outdoor classroom settings so please plan accordingly for weather. Our outdoor component will consist of a hike to the McMillian Brook Falls and Reservoir in the Ramapo Valley County Reservation.

• Terrain: Moderate inclines over hard-packed, sometimes rocky terrain
• Distance/elevation: 2.6 miles, approximately 350 ft of elevation gain.
• What to bring: Sturdy footwear, layers, snacks, water, bug spray
• Where to meet: NYNJTC Headquarters - 600 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430. Google Maps Link.
• Contact: Melissa Cascini at 973-557-5984 or [email protected]

This Workshop is hosted as part of Trail U.

Attending this workshop will count towards the Expert Ecological Steward curriculum track. Fill out your attendance in the Trail U Brochure to track your progress and earn a patch upon completion!

If you have any questions about Trail U, please email [email protected]