By: Peter & Kathy Holcombe - Winnebago ambassadors and Revel owners
Overland travel—self-reliant, vehicle-based exploration into remote and often fragile natural landscapes—is gaining momentum among adventurers seeking solitude, discovery, and the freedom of the open road. Whether journeying through high deserts, alpine backroads, or forested trails, responsible travel is essential to preserving these wild spaces for future generations. This is where Leave No Trace (LNT) principles come into play.
Developed by the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, the seven LNT principles guide outdoor users in minimizing their impact on nature. While often associated with hiking and backpacking, these principles apply equally—and critically—to overlanding and RVing.
Winnebago Industries recently partnered with Leave No Trace, an environmental non-profit organization, to help outdoor enthusiasts embrace the seven principles by creating LNT recreational vehicle and boating guidelines. Learn more here.
As long-time overlanders in a Winnebago Revel, we’re passionate about sharing how to overland responsibly and minimize your footprint in remote environments. We’re excited to expand on this application of LNT for RVers by sharing our insights and tips on how you can embrace the seven principles of Leave No Trace during off-road, vehicle-based travel.