EcoTourism
Whether you arrive in cowboy boots or ski boots, Steamboat Springs is a destination for anyone seeking a variety of outdoor recreation. Ecotourism in this region can serve to protect everything from Rabbit Ears Pass to the Yampa river bottom.
The endless options for travel plans in the rocky Mountain National Park area might make your travel planning a bit harder than you imagined. But what should be an obvious choice is eco tourism travel decisions made by yourself and the companies you choose to do business with. Whether you are looking forward to enjoying the Famous Cowboy Round up Days, hiking in Estes Park and the Roosevelt National Forrest or the waters of Bear Lake and you can be assured there won't be a dull moment had on your exploration of one of the country's treasured national parks. By utilizing the ecotourism guidelines outlined below and following your own ethical standards we can all work together to protect what nature intended us to enjoy.
-Do your homework. Research hotels and tour companies that have ecotourism policies in place..
-Look for a lodging property that has eco friendly standards.
-Choose eco minded activities. Biking, hiking, whitewater rafting and kayaking can be green activities,
depending on the tour operator.
-Respect your environment. Leave a minimal impact on your surroundings so that others may enjoy it for years to come.
-Request paperless communication. Invoicing and receipts can all be done electronically.
-Go local. Support local companies and organizations that employ environmentally sensible practices.
For more eco friendly travel tips visit our ALLTrips.com Ecotourism Pages.
We welcome any comments or questions that you may as well as further information and resources that we may have overlooked. Please feel free to share your opinions and reviews by contacting us at eco@verticalmedia.com. Thank you for helping us to tread lightly!
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