With increasing numbers of humans infesting our national parks, a new ethic is being added to “leave no trace” to protect nature’s organic serenade. Airliners, Harleys and ATVs produce a cacophony that drowns out the sounds of wind whispering in the trees, gurgling mountain streams, bird songs and, yes, even crickets. Human-produced racket also ruins any chance of seeing Bambi or the cougar stalking him. Here’s some ways to enhance your desert solitaire.
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Replace that obnoxious RV generator with solar panels.
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Use earbuds when listening to your tunes. And don’t ever hang Bluetooth speakers from your backpack. (You want to attract a grizzly who’s into death metal?)
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Turn off the phone. Nothing’s worse than someone hollering at their ex on a cell phone.
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Don’t rev your motorcycle (a growing noise issue) in the parks. What the heck, park it and take a hike.
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Buy or rent an electric or hybrid vehicle for your next outdoor adventure.
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