Leave Only Footprints

27 07, 2021

Do you know the origin of the Leave Only Footprints principles?

By |2021-07-13T15:24:55+00:00July 27th, 2021|Blog|0 Comments

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are a favorite destination for many families. The sugar-white sand, warm gulf waters and family-friendly atmosphere attract more than 5 million visitors each year. That’s a lot of wear and tear on our beaches! Protecting the natural beauty and keeping our beaches clean and inviting is what the Leave Only Footprints Program is all about.   Leave Only Footprints is based on the Leave No Trace principles. Following these guidelines keeps our beaches clean and our visitors and [...]

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6 07, 2021

Protect yourself and the environment at the beach

By |2021-07-13T15:06:55+00:00July 6th, 2021|Blog|0 Comments

Summer days at the beach are so much fun! The kids are building sandcastles and everyone is playing in the surf. A cooler with juice boxes, cans of soft drinks and bottled water is by your chairs. Life just doesn’t get better than this.   But did you bring sun protection?    With the breeze coming off the Gulf of Mexico, you may not realize how intense the Alabama Gulf Coast sun can be.   Make sure you have access to shade. Beach umbrellas are easy to carry and store, and can be shifted [...]

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14 06, 2021

Beach season is in full swing – follow the LOF policies

By |2021-06-14T13:05:49+00:00June 14th, 2021|Blog|0 Comments

It’s summertime on the coast and fun times are being had. With all the activities and commotion, it’s easy to forget the importance of the Leave Only Footprints program and the do’s and don’ts required by the cities of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores.   The Leave Only Footprints program was created to ensure our beautiful beaches are here for future generations to enjoy. Our 32-mile stretch of sugar-white sand draws millions of visitors each year. With that many people, it’s important to follow the rules and regulations to [...]

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10 06, 2021

Celebrate the holiday, but not with personal fireworks on the beach

By |2021-06-14T13:02:15+00:00June 10th, 2021|Blog|0 Comments

It will soon be birthday celebration time for America. As you make your early-July beach vacation plans, keep in mind the Leave Only Footprints program and the beach rules for the cities of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores.   Everyone loves fireworks for Independence Day and you’ll be able to see some beautiful examples along the coast. But let the professionals entertain you and leave your personal fireworks at home. Keep an eye on the events page for updates on where you’ll find family-friendly [...]

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20 05, 2021

Bird watching at the beach is fun for the family

By |2021-04-29T18:02:30+00:00May 20th, 2021|Blog|0 Comments

Are you a bird watcher? On your next trip to the beach, plan a day to see the sights and birds along the way. You don’t have to be a birding expert to enjoy time exploring the six loops of the Alabama Coastal Birding Trail in Baldwin and Mobile counties. Using Gulf Shores and Orange Beach as the home base, you already have the advantage of watching the shore birds as they run back and forth with the waves. The [...]

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13 05, 2021

Have fun at the beach Memorial Day weekend and Leave Only Footprints behind

By |2021-04-29T17:48:45+00:00May 13th, 2021|Blog|0 Comments

Summer is coming at us full speed and the first big summer holiday is just around the corner. For those planning a Memorial Day weekend trip to the beach, check out our beach tips to make your stay even more pleasant. The Leave Only Footprints program requires removing all of your beach gear, toys, chairs, umbrellas and tents each night. With this in mind, consider bringing a wagon with large wheels to carry your gear. It will make the trek [...]

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11 03, 2021

Tips for a fun spring break in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

By |2021-03-24T17:15:39+00:00March 11th, 2021|Blog|0 Comments

Are you ready for spring break? After a crazy year and cold winter, we’re all ready to get out and bask in the sunshine and white sand in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Following the Leave Only Footprints program is the way to make sure future generations will enjoy the same beautiful beaches we do today. As you plan your spring break trip, please become familiar with the following tips and guidelines to ensure the beach experience is pleasant for [...]

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25 02, 2021

Leave Only Footprints and found treasures

By |2021-02-11T17:17:33+00:00February 25th, 2021|Blog|0 Comments

The wonders of nature are all around us. During a stroll on the beach, you may find a treasure trove of shells in one location. A little farther down the beach, a stack of driftwood might have been left by the last high tide. You may even find a hermit crab taking up residence in a shell.   All of these coastal treasures are fascinating and seem like good souvenirs of a beach vacation. But if it belongs to the beach, it should stay on the beach.   That pile of shells [...]

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18 02, 2021

3 reasons to not feed the seagulls

By |2021-02-11T17:13:35+00:00February 18th, 2021|Blog|0 Comments

Coastal Alabama is rich with beautiful scenery and an abundance of wildlife. The smell of salt water, the sounds of the gulls and the waves, and the sugar-white sand are all a part of the beach experience. To keep our beaches and coastal area healthy and inviting, we ask our visitors to help by following the Leave Only Footprints program.  Respecting the area’s wildlife is another way to make sure the coast is a fun place to visit. The seagulls may look friendly, but [...]

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4 02, 2021

Be considerate of others during your stay at the beach

By |2021-02-11T16:56:13+00:00February 4th, 2021|Blog|0 Comments

Sparkling water, beautiful white-sand beaches, a plethora of restaurants, and what we like to call Southern hospitality are givens when you visit Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. How do we keep it this way? The Leave Only Footprints program helps keep our environment beautiful, and the people - locals and guests - are responsible for keeping it friendly.    You know not to litter and how to take out what you bring in. You know all about recycling. You know where to walk and where not to walk on our [...]

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