Yosemite National Park Sustainable / Environmental Travel & Eco Friendly Resources

We encourage you to use the resources mentioned below as you continue planning your trip to Northern California and Yosemite National Park. The ecotourism movement has shown a coming together of local and national organizations with the communities leaders. The Yosemite area is dedicated to saving what they have and preserving it for the future.

Ecotourism in the Yosemite area is an important concept for all of us, local businesses and visitors alike. Working together to carry out the goals of preserving our resources for the future rests the shoulders of us all.

Ecotourism and Sustainability:
Many companies can be on either side of the fence when it comes to deciding if they are an ecotourism based business versus having focus on sustainable tourism. But when it comes down to it, both make the world of difference no matter what choice is made.

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.

California Resources
The Yosemite Association - The Yosemite Association is a not-for-profit educational organization dedicated to the support of Yosemite National Park.

Yosemite National Park - The national park known for waterfalls, canyons and the High Sierras. Preservation of this natural treasure began by the National Park Service.

Visit California - The state of California offers eco awareness for the entire state and for local regions.
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.

ALL Trips 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.

Huge strides are being made in the lodging, real estate, transportation, recreational activities, retail businesses, dining and entertainment to become more sustainable. We welcome any comments, questions success stories 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!