MAPPING THE GARBAGE ALONG TOURIST ROUTES IN POLISH NATIONAL PARKS USING GEOMATIC TECHNOLOGIES
Travellers Foundation in cooperation with the Laboratory of Geomatics (Faculty of Forestry, University of Agriculture in Krakow) organises the ecological action - Mountain Clean Up which is called „Clean Mountains Clean Trails” in different Polish mountain locations to bring together volunteers (tourists and locals) to clean up a mountain area. Cleaning trails is a happening and participate is non-profit. It is also an expression of support for all those who kept not remain indifferent to the negative actions in relation to nature. Often these places are centred around mountain recreation areas. At the same time, we engage with participants in these events to educate and inform and draw attention to the ways of respecting the mountains.
There are estimated to be 5 million visitors in the Polish Mountains each year, which presents a huge challenge in preserving these mountain environments. There is a growing need to provide necessary awareness campaigns to ensure mountain tourists are aware of the pressures that these popular holiday destinations are under. To give back to these nature areas, we organise the „Clean Mountains Clean Trails” series action: hikes to enjoy nature and help her by – simply – cleaning up. A simple way of giving back that is enjoyable and effective.
