Environmental Resources
No matter to what extent your eco minded plans are for your upcoming visit to the Sun Valley area, we encourage you to support the ecotourism options offered by local businesses as well as the following organizations. We hope your experience makes a lasting impression on you rather than on the environment.
The common ground bringing many Red Lodge businesses and organizations together is ecotourism. Preservation of nature and conservation of our resources is an important factor to the future of the area. Consider their stand on sustainability not only when you are planning your trip but everyday as well.
Sustainable Tourism, in its entirety, is focused on sustaining and supporting the natural environment and culture through development and education to generate income and employment for the local community.
Ecotourism is a form of sustainable travel focusing more on specific areas where natural beauty and cultural heritage tend to be the main attraction. Businesses with programs focused on minimization of their impact on the natural environment can consider themselves part of the ecotourism industry.
Idaho Resources
Visit Idaho - The state tourism board is persuing eco options for environmental recreation.
University of Idaho Sustainability Center - funding for student led ecotourism and sustainable projects.
Idaho's Sustainable Forests - The Idaho Forest Products Commission is working to protect and manage the states forests in a sustainable manner.
General Resources
National Geographic Center For Sustainable Travel - The national magazine's movement towards geotourism efforts worldwide.
Leave No Trace - Education for responsible enjoyment of the outdoors everywhere.
Tread Lightly.Org - Education resources towards building outdoor ethics.
Sustainable Travel International - Ecotourism and responsible travel tips to help protect the areas we all enjoy visiting.
Clear Sky Climate Solutions - Easy to use carbon offset calculator to use while planning your next trip.
Terra Pass - Use this easy tool to calculate your Carbon Footprint for travel and everyday living.
Vertical Media is proud to be members of both 1% for the Tetons and 1% for the Planet.
These two organizations are dedicated to protect the natural resources we love.
We welcome any comments, questions or further information that you may have. Please share with us your opinions and reviews by contacting us at eco@verticalmedia.com. Thank you for helping us to tread lightly!
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