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The
Tarkine Trails Vision
That
earths wildness, beauty and diversity is cherished and protected
as sacred, as an immeasurably valuable contribution to the entire
web of life.
The guiding principle of our operation is best described as integral.
In its basic definition, integral is described by the Integral Institute
as meaning comprehensive, inclusive, balanced, not leaving anything
out. This term serves as a yard stick to measure the ecological,
social and financial implications that our business operations have
on individuals, society and the environment. We recognize the importance
of considering our business from a broad perspective, knowing that
a healthy system is dependent on the health of the parts that make
up the whole. To hold ourselves accountable to this integral principal,
we've applied the following guidelines and policies to our business.
Ecological
At an ecological level we;
- have embraced a policy of "Maximum Respect Bush walking
" which embraces and develops upon the philosophy of minimal
impact walking. This idea encourages us to recognize that we
are a part of the natural environment and as such damage to
"it" is damage ultimately to us.
- offer
organic food (where possible) with minimal and reusable packaging.
- run the business
on a carbon neutral basis, investing in tree planting schemes
to capture the carbon that is created by our vehicle and air travel.
More details click here
- Use 100%,
post consumer waste recycled paper for all our office paper
needs
Social
At a Social level we;
- Recognize the importance of connecting people with places
and providing high quality, landmark experiences that leave
people rejuvenated and inspired.
- Actively support the many community groups that are campaigning
for the protection of Tasmania's magnificent natural and cultural
heritage.
- Have a policy of fair and equitable employment.
- Purchase as much gear as possible from ethically based manufactures
like the Canadian based Mountain Equipment Cooperative (MEC)
More details link this to our gear sub heading under about us
page
- Aim to provide a rich and stimulating environment for our
staff to inhabit.
Financial
At a financial level we;
- are committed
to providing more in use value than we take in $ value.
- aim to
achieve financial wealth to fulfill our desire for further growth
in ethical business models.
- have donated
over $50,000 to environmental organisations that campaign for
the protection of old growth/native forests
- provide
fund raising trips that serve as vehicles for groups-organisations
to raise money. On these walks, we require group bookings that
allow us to donate a percentage of our takings to the group-organisation.
More details link to fundraising trips under tour and expereinces
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