Bruce Weyhrauch, a lawyer practicing at his own firm in Juneau, Alaska, has been a volunteer with Boy Scouts of America (BSA) for more than two decades. An Eagle Scout himself, Bruce Weyhrauch has held BSA positions of Cubmaster, Den Leader, and chartered organization representative.
One of the principles practiced by the BSA is “Leave No Trace,” which applies to any outdoor activity and reinforces the idea that nature and the environment should be respected. The BSA teaches Leave No Trace at all levels by encouraging scout leaders to evaluate their current outdoor practices.
When evaluating a troop’s attitude toward nature, scout leaders must consider whether the scouts minimize campfire impact and whether they are considerate of wildlife and other campers. Evaluating these areas helps leaders determine where their troops stand in the process of Leave No Trace. Once leaders have evaluated their troops, they can begin teaching Leave No Trace principles by presenting various skills and behaviors in a fun atmosphere.
One of the principles practiced by the BSA is “Leave No Trace,” which applies to any outdoor activity and reinforces the idea that nature and the environment should be respected. The BSA teaches Leave No Trace at all levels by encouraging scout leaders to evaluate their current outdoor practices.
When evaluating a troop’s attitude toward nature, scout leaders must consider whether the scouts minimize campfire impact and whether they are considerate of wildlife and other campers. Evaluating these areas helps leaders determine where their troops stand in the process of Leave No Trace. Once leaders have evaluated their troops, they can begin teaching Leave No Trace principles by presenting various skills and behaviors in a fun atmosphere.