Evaluación, identificación y plan de manejo de impactos ambientales en competencias de trail running en la provincia del Azuay

Abstract

This work aims to identify, evaluate and develop an impact management plan for trail running activities, because in recent decades the practice of recreational activities in the natural environment has experienced a significant increase, and with this, the emergence of new social phenomena linked to the increase in the number and diversity of sporting events developed in the natural environment (Erazo, 2020, p. 4). These types of events can cause significant impacts either to water resources, soil, vegetation or fauna of the site. This study seeks to have greater control when organizing this type of event, minimizing possible environmental impacts resulting from the large number of visitors.