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Back to EpisodesHow One Piece of Litter Changed a National Park Forever
Episode 308
Published 10 months, 1 week ago
Description
In this episode, we explore the surprising impact of litter in our national parks, beginning with a vivid story from Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Hear how a single discarded bag of Cheetos disrupted the delicate ecosystem of one of the largest limestone chambers and what it reveals about the broader issue of trash in parks. Discover the ongoing efforts to manage waste and tips on how you can minimize your footprint while enjoying these natural treasures.
Written By James Fester
Hosted by Jason Epperson
Leave No Trace: https://lnt.org/
Don't Feed the Landfills:
https://www.nationalparks.org/explore/programs/reducing-waste-sent-to-landfills
https://www.nps.gov/dena/getinvolved/zero-landfill.htm