A Different Look on Traveling
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Being green does not just mean buying local food and implementing energy efficiency technologies.听 Amongst the many green practices, many may not think of including recreation.听 Efforts to protect and preserve the natural environment, supporting local business, and responsible sightseeing are just a few ways to plan a green outing.听 The green travel spectrum is becoming popular throughout the world, in small eco friendly villages or luxury hotels, but there is no need for spending more money than one has to, just keep it local.
Some think to get away from lives troubles and day to day routines, one has to head to white sandy beaches, pristine wilderness, or other popular tourist destinations, but traveling less and in a closer proximity may be what is on many people蘑菇视频 budget these days.听 Take a look at what is around you.听 Southwest Pennsylvania is full of outdoor adventure; driving tours, water sports, historic hiking trails, bicycle trails, & welcoming, friendly communities.
Tips for the greener Pennsylvania traveler:
路听听听听听听听听 Pick a destination within a 2 hour radius.
路听听听听听听听听 Research local diners or cafes to help contribute to the community
路听听听听听听听听 If planning a shorter trip, consider taking a train if possible
路听听听听听听听听 Practice Leave No Trace principles鈥揻or more information check out http://www.lnt.org/
路听听听听听听听听 Respect the places and community members where you travel
路听听听听听听听听 Continue practicing your day to day sustainable practices
路听听听听听听听听 Consider packing a picnic from a local farmers market
路听听听听听听听听 Bring reusable containers for water, drinks, and snacks.
路听听听听听听听听 Take only brochures and maps necessary, or just download them onto your phone
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Ashley Gramlich is a member of the SCA River Town Outreach Corps, an organization focusing on sustainable economic development in the towns along the Monongahela River supported by the Pennsylvania Environmental Council and the Student Conservation Association.听 蘑菇视频 her at sca.agramlich@gmail.com.
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