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Events Along the Trail 

With so many communities and regions having strong historical and heritage ties to the trail, there are numerous events that take place each year. Check out the calendar of events below.  

Traveling the Trail, Recreating
Responsibly + Event Etiquette

Preserving the trail is not only a matter of respecting our heritage, but it's also a way to honor the sacred land of the Nee-Me-Poo. As visitors, we must protect and preserve the trail for future generations to come. This land is a source of spiritual strength for all people, including the Nez Perce, and its natural and historic sites should be left undisturbed by all who visit.

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Do Photograph

Feel free to take pictures or drawings of things you see. If you are attending a powwow, be sure to ask permission prior to taking photographs.

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Do Let Us Know

Do let us know if you find something special that may be a new finding to the trail. 

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Stay Along the Trail

Feel free to camp in designated campsites or areas where dispersed camping is allowed. You can also stay in a local hotel or lodging accommodation. 

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Don't Take Artifacts

Do not gather artifacts to take home with you. Everything on the historic trail must stay here; be sure you leave artifacts, plants and more where you find them. 

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Don't Touch Rock Art

Do not touch any rock art of any sort, including pictographs and petroglyphs. The natural oils on your fingers can damage the art, making it hard to preserve. 

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Don't Sit on Walls

Do not sit on the walls, cairns or enter structures along the trail. 

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Leave No Trace

When recreating in the West's wild places, remember to leave no trace of visiting. Learn more here. 

  1. Plan Ahead and Be Prepared

  2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces

  3. Dispose of Waste Properly

  4. Leave What You Find

  5. Minimize Campfire Impacts

  6. Respect Wildlife

  7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors

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For more safety information, visit USDA.GOV.

"We the surviving Nez Perces, want to leave our hearts, memories, hallowed presence as a never-ending revelation to the story of the event of 1877. This trail will live in our hearts. We want to thank all who visit this sacred trail, that will share our innermost feelings. Because their journey makes this an important time for the present, past, and future."   

- Frank B. Andrews, Nez Perce descendant

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