9 events, 8 countries, 1 goal for mountains24.05.2016From the lush green valleys of North Wales to the alluring, vibrant Black Forest to sun-kissed Tenerife and the imposing might of Mount Kazbek, the International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation (UIAA) Respect the Mountains Series, supported by KEEN, encompasses some of Europe’s most loved outdoor regions. Areas that welcome in excess of 100 million visitors each year and are consequently subject to a considerable environmental footprint. The UIAA inherited the Respect the Mountains campaign in the autumn of 2015, bolstering the federation’s commitment to mountain protection. "Adding Respect the Mountains to our range of activities is a significant step,” explained UIAA President Frits Vrijlandt. "We are delighted with the programme which has been put in place for 2016 and very thankful for the support of our member federations and our project partner, KEEN.” During this summer’s series the UIAA and KEEN will promote ‘7 Ways to Respect the Mountains’. These are: book smart, travel wise, support sustainable practices, be a respectful mountain tourist, leave no trace, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle & Upcycle (RRRU) and spread the word. At each event, one of these rules will form part of the core message. While the 2016 series will take place in Europe, the UIAA, with the support of KEEN, plans on working with its national member federations to create a global series of events in 2017. Future plans also extend to winter programmes focused on education and mountain protection.
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