Read the following excerpt from the High Mountain National Park Backcountry Guide:
"High Mountain National Park Backcountry Guide:
Welcome to the backcountry trail network. To ensure safety and conservation, please observe the following rules. It is mandatory for all hikers to obtain a wilderness permit at the visitor center before entering the backcountry. While on the trails, hikers must pack out all trash, as littering is strictly prohibited and subject to fines.
For your safety, we strongly recommend carrying at least two liters of water per person and wearing sturdy hiking boots. It is also highly advisable to check the weather forecast before your departure, as conditions can change rapidly. Please note that camping is permitted only in designated areas; campers are required to set up their tents at least 200 feet away from lakes and streams. While not required, using a bear-proof food canister is highly encouraged to prevent wildlife encounters. Finally, all fires are prohibited, except in the designated iron fire rings at the primary campsites."
Based on this guide, which of the following actions is presented as a recommendation rather than a mandatory requirement?
- ASetting up camp tents at least 200 feet away from water sources
- BSecuring a wilderness permit prior to beginning the hike
- Using a bear-proof food canister while campingCevap
- DPacking out all trash and refuse from the trails