Leave Only Footprints in the NEW Leave No Trace x KEEN Hiking Boots
The outdoor footwear and clothing brand, KEEN, has joined forces with Leave No Trace Ireland to create a special Leave No Trace branded hiking boot. With every purchase of these amazing boots, a portion of the sales will go towards supporting Leave No Trace Ireland’s mission.
Leave No Trace Ireland promotes responsible outdoor recreation and taking care of the environment across the beautiful island of Ireland. By becoming a member of Leave No Trace Ireland, you can enjoy a range of benefits while contributing to environmental stewardship and responsible recreation throughout the country.
The Leave No Trace branded hiking boot is specifically designed to give you the ultimate comfort and durability while exploring the stunning Irish countryside responsibly. And here’s the best part: they’re eco-friendly! These boots are made with sustainable materials like recycled polyester and leather, protecting the environment and helping to Leave No Trace.
The collaboration aligns with KEEN’s commitment to preserving the environment and promoting sustainable practices in the great outdoors. A portion of the sales from these boots will help to fund Leave No Trace Ireland’s education programme and to deliver Certified Awareness Courses throughout the island. These courses help individuals, communities, and businesses to increase their awareness of environmental impacts and the Seven Principles of Leave No Trace through engaging eco-activities and connecting with nature in beautiful outdoor environments, such as National Parks, woodlands, waterways and along the coast.
So, mark your calendars and get ready for the launch of the Leave No Trace branded hiking boots! The boots will be available from www.keenfootwear.de and selected sporting goods retailers from early September 2023. . Keep an eye out, they’re going to be amazing!
Our Top Tips of how you can Love This Place and Leave No Trace in your new KEEN x Leave No Trace Hiking Boot:
- Stick to the paths and trails to protect our land and coast. This will help to prevent erosion, damage to vegetation, and to preserve fragile habitats such as sand dunes and peatlands.
- Be responsible with your dog – keep them on a lead when out for a walk and always clean up after them.
- Protect our wildlife by keeping your distance. Put yourselves in the shoes of Ireland’s wildlife (pardon the pun), who may become stressed when humans get too close! Use the Rule of Thumb. Extend your arm and thumb out in front of you and close one eye. As you view wildlife and farm animals you should be able to fully cover the animal’s image with your thumb. If you can still see it, you are too close!
- Keep Ireland litter-free, by bringing home all your rubbish after your hike or walk. And maybe even leave the place better than you found it by doing a 2-minute litter pick!
- Embrace our island and cultural heritage, by exploring its endless beauty! But remember – always be respectful to local communities and follow the landowners’ signage.
- Take only pictures, leave only footprints. Did you know that some invasive species can hitchhike on our boots? Give your boots a good brush down after your days of adventures to help prevent their spread to protect biodiversity!
Retailers stocking the boot include:
- Legend footwear
- Outdoor and Country
- Sportsshoes
- Gaynor Sports Ltd
- Taunton Leisure
- Trekkit
- Outback Trading
- Up and Under Outdoor Gear Ltd
- Wiggle Co UK
- Urban Outfitters
