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All objects used to help guide the pilot when landing must be weighed
down with stones or something heavy because of the strong
downwind caused by the rotary arm of the helicopter!
Nature Conservation
Walking is one of the healthiest most pleasant outdoor activities.
Hikers must however be acutely aware of their actions and the possible
negative effects they could have on nature and the landscape.
In the high mountains, the humus layer is thin and the vegetation
is very vulnerable and can easily be trampled down when walked
upon. It only takes 3,000 people per year to cross an Alpine pasture
before the area begins to show signs of wear.
The Church of S. Andrea near
the cablecar to the Plose
Hikers must try to stick to the path and avoid shortcuts in order to
reduce the consequences of eluviation (the washing out or removal
of soil substance from the earth) and the erosion of fertile top soils.
In addition, one should not leave the paths as this may lead to alpine
fauna being disturbed, particularly if one crosses protected areas or
biotopes. Do not drop litter. Picking mushrooms, berries and flowers
is forbidden and fossils must be left in the Alps for the benefit of future
visitors. Fires may only be lit with special care and in suitable places
“Alta Via Badge”
Hikers who have completed the “Alta Via” in Feltre receive a special
badge with the logo of the Alta Via No. 2.
To receive this badge hikers have to collect stamps from all the
mountain huts situated on the “Alta Via”. These must then be sent to the
Italian Tourist Information Office “IAT” (Informazioni e Assistenza
Turistica) in Feltre (situated on the square: Piazza Trento e Trieste). (The
stamps can also be collected on the relevant pages of this guide.)
If you collect this badge you can write your name in the hikers’
guest book of the “Alta Via No. 2”, adding your impressions and any
comments you may wish to.
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