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The Places We Love Are Being Loved To Death

Visitors and residents are inspired by the beauty and easy access to recreation in British Columbia. But increased visitor presence in natural spaces and a growing population has led many communities to feel the pressures. 

Disrespectful, negligent, and inconsiderate behaviour is threatening the places we love. Having access to beautiful spaces and vibrant communities is a privilege—one we will lose if we don’t change our ways. It’s time to roll up our sleeves and do something about it. (That means you too, locals and residents).

We are all guests on these lands and waters. Respect the people, wildlife, natural spaces, and communities by exploring mindfully. 

The Places We Love Are Being Loved To Death

Visitors and residents are inspired by the beauty and easy access to recreation in British Columbia. But increased visitor presence in natural spaces and a growing population has led many communities to feel the pressures. 

Disrespectful, negligent, and inconsiderate behaviour is threatening the places we love. Having access to beautiful spaces and vibrant communities is a privilege—one we will lose if we don’t change our ways. It’s time to roll up our sleeves and do something about it. (That means you too, locals and residents).

We are all guests on these lands and waters. Respect the people, wildlife, natural spaces, and communities by exploring mindfully. 

Explore British Columbia and enjoy everything this magnificent province has to offer. Just... 

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What's Your Impact?

Have you noticed any of these negative impacts? And more importantly, did your behaviour cause any of them? Learn more about the challenges facing our communities and find out how you can be part of the solution.

 Garbage And Human Waste 1 Garbage And Human Waste

1 Garbage And Human Waste

The improper disposal of human waste and garbage is harmful to humans, the environment, and wildlife.

Face masks collected by Vancouver plogger David Papineau
40,000
Kilogams of trash removed by Divers for Cleaner Lakes and Oceans
23,500
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2 Human-Wildlife Conflict

People and pets getting too close to wildlife can lead to conflict, injury, and death.

Average number of bears euthanized in BC every year due to human-wildlife conflict.
570
BC Parks reservations impacted by bear closures in 2022
814
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3 Unsafe Behaviour, Lack Of Preparedness

Unprepared outdoor adventurists put themselves and others at risk of becoming a Search & Rescue or death statistic.

Search and Rescue incidents per year in BC
1,500
Volunteer hours spent annually on SAR call-outs, training, administration and SAR prevention in 2022
441,019
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4 Lack of Respect - People & Environment

From trampling on trails to human-caused wildfires, disrespectful behaviour is creating conflict between user groups and damage to the environment and communities.

Percentage of human-caused wildfires in BC
42%
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5 Trespassing & Disrespectful Use

Disrespect for sensitive ecosystems, Indigenous land, cultural sites, and private property, is hurting communities, wildlife and the environment

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6 Overcrowding, Overuse & Traffic

Increased visitation is causing traffic woes, parking issues, overcrowding, and overuse in recreational areas and urban environments.

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Learn more about the issues in our communities and how you can be part of the solution.

 IMPACTS AND SOLUTIONS

Make a Positive Impact

Take ownership for your actions and be a good role model for your fellow travellers and residents. Get tips and tricks for exploring mindfully and responsibly.

Spotlights & Features

Discover community stories and find new ways to minimize your impact. 

Stop Invasive Species In Your Tracks

3 Min Read • 23 months ago Stop Invasive Species In Your Tracks

Invasive species are non-native species that threaten native plants and animals. Don’t let them hitch a free ride - read these tips to learn how you can prevent the spread.

Read More Respect, Reconciliation, and Recreation

6 Min Read • 2 years ago Respect, Reconciliation, and Recreation

It's important to remember that you are a guest on these lands. Read these tips to learn more about how to recreate responsibly and understand how we all play a role in reconciliation and management of the land. Enjoy your time outside, just don't love it to death.

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See What Others Are Saying

Our online community shares how poor behaviour is impacting BC communities and inspires us with creative solutions to change things for the better.

Partners

This project is supported by the following partners: 
Squamish
Tourism Whistler
Tourism Permberton
Bc Parks
Vancouver's North Shore
Tourism Bowen Island
Camper's Code
Adventure Smart
City Of North Vancouver
Resort Municipality Of Whistler
Squamish-lilllooet Regional District
Tourism Squamish
Sea To Sky Invasive Species Council
West Vancouver
British Columbia Conservation Foundation

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