In our Heritage Area, plastic bottles are the No. 1 trash offender, but plastic dog bags filled with poop follow closely behind, left by careless pet owners.
I argue that people should not use plastic bags in wilderness areas for dog waste. If necessary, simply bury the droppings instead of putting them in a plastic bag.
It's vital to consider the context: while picking up dog poop is essential in urban areas like Central Park, it’s unnecessary in remote parks with less human impact.
With the prevalence of biodegradable claims on dog poop bags, many pet owners are misled about their environmental impact, ending up as litter in nature.
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