Leave No Trace Quiz - Virginia Off Road

Welcome to your Leave No trace Behind Quiz

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What does the “Leave No Trace” principle primarily encourage off-roaders to do?

Create new trails to avoid mudholes

Pack out everything they bring in, including trash

Drive anywhere to enjoy the adventure

Leave food scraps to feed wildlife

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Why is it important to stay on designated trails?

To prevent damaging fragile vegetation and causing erosion

To avoid getting lost

Because off-trail driving is boring

To make the trail longer

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If you come across a muddy obstacle on the trail, what should you do?

Drive around it on a new path

Create a shortcut uphill

Stop and wait for someone else to clear it

Drive through it carefully or turn around if unsure

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What is the best way to ensure you’re not trespassing on private land?

Follow tire tracks on the ground

Ignore signs if no one is around

Use a GPS app like OnX Offroad or Gaia GPS to verify trail legality

Ask other off-roaders if it’s okay

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What should you do with human waste when camping if no restroom facilities are available?

Leave it on the surface to decompose

Bury it 6–8 inches deep and 200 feet from water and trails

Throw toilet paper in the fire

Leave toilet paper behind trees for easy decomposition

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Which of the following is NOT a responsible campfire practice?

Using an existing fire ring

Keeping fires small and manageable

Burning plastics or cans in the fire

Fully extinguishing the fire before leaving

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If you see trash left behind by another group on the trail, what should you do?

Leave it; it’s not your problem

Pick it up if you can safely do so

Report it to the authorities but don’t touch it

Ignore it to avoid conflict

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Which statement about trail access is true?

Lack of “No Trespassing” signs means the land is open to drive on

Tire tracks on a path mean it’s legal to drive there

You must confirm trail legality before driving to avoid trespassing

Private landowners welcome off-roaders on their property

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How can you lead others to be responsible off-roaders?

By showing off your vehicle’s capabilities on sensitive terrain

By educating friends politely and setting a good example

By ignoring rule breakers to avoid conflict

By creating new shortcuts to save time

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Why is it important to “Leave No Trace Behind” on the trails?

To protect natural areas and keep access open for future generations

To avoid getting fined by rangers

To have better photos for social media

To make your off-road vehicle look cleaner

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