Image Description: an intersection of two unpaved trails where several groups of hikers are taking a rest and conversing.
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<p>On the seventh day of Leave No Trace<br>
We ask you to watch for others in this place<br>
When hiking downhill be aware of those hiking up<br>
They have the right of way, so yield, don’t get too close up<br>
Those hikers are working harder than you<br>
And always remember that mules have the right of way, too<br>
Listen to the skinners, do as they say<br>
Step off to the side, get out of the way<br><br>
Do not split your group while hiking<br>
Keep them within a distance of soft vocal striking<br>
Then you won’t have to shout and yell<br>
Disturbing others’ quiet and peace as well<br>
Do not broadcast your voice; no one else wants to hear it<br>
Let them enjoy the canyon’s sounds, let them rejuvenate their spirit<br><br>
When in the campgrounds, always be conscious of your actions<br>
Be polite, share space, but do not create distractions<br>
Remember that headlamps can be bright in the dark<br>
Hold them at your waist or use red lights at this park<br>
This allows others to relax, sleep and preserve their vision<br>
Believe me, being nice to others is a good decision<br><br>
Remember you are not alone when camping and hiking<br>
Others will do the same, making the experience more to your liking<br>
Because Grand Canyon truly is a special place<br>
So always follow the principles of Leave No Trace
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- Andrea Tavegia, Grand Canyon National Park Backcountry Information Center
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