I walk much slower , hesitate every couple of steps for about 30 seconds and listen like a deer , and walk on the balls of my feet to reduce my footprint . Sliding your toe slowly into the leaves instead of just stepping also reduces the noise considerably and allows you to feel for sticks before setting your foot down , try to time your steps so that the wind in the tree tops masks the sound . Never be louder than the forest around you , if you can hear you so can they .