Fires in parks and campgrounds are permitted only where metal fire rings are provided.
Burn only the wood provided and be aware that supplies may be limited.
Collecting and burning dead wood is not permitted.
Cooking with a portable stove is recommended.
If you choose to have a fire, make sure it is completely extinguished before going to sleep or leaving camp.
For splitting wood, an axe is provided at the woodpile at backcountry campgrounds.
Pack out all food waste and garbage. Leftover food should not be buried, dumped in the outhouse or burned.
Do not clean pots and dishes in any water source. Instead, carry water a good distance away to wash your dishes. Dump the soapy ("grey") water in the outhouse.
Wash and bathe at least 50 metres from any water source.
Keep food, garbage, toiletry items (like soap and toothpaste) and clothing used while cooking out of reach of bears.
Hang/store food bags on racks or storage lockers provided.
Always secure your food before going to sleep or leaving camp.
Never store food or toiletries in your tent.
Disposal of Human Waste
When hiking, urinate at least 50 metres from trails and water sources.
When hiking, defecate in a cathole (catholes should be 15-20 centimetres deep and 50 metres from trails and water sources). Bury your waste then replace the topsoil.
Pack out toilet paper or dispose of it in an outhouse.
If you are travelling on snow or ice or in the high alpine, please pack out your waste.
While at camp, use the outhouse to urinate or defecate.
