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Four Wheel Driver's Code of Ethics |
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Keep to the laws and regulations for 4WD vehicles (They may change from state to state). |
| 2. |
Keep to constructed vehicle tracks. Do not drive 'off-road'. |
| 3. |
Keep the environment clean. Carry your own - and maybe other people's rubbish home. |
| 4. |
Obey restrictions on use of public lands. Respect national parks and other conservation areas. |
| 5. |
Obtain permission before driving on private land. Leave livestock alone and gates as they were found. |
| 6. |
Keep your vehicle mechanically sound. |
| 7. |
Take adequate water, food, fuel and spares on trips. In remote areas travel with another vehicle. |
| 8. |
Respect our wildlife. Stop and look, but never disturb or chase animals. |
| 9. |
Respect other recreationalists rights to peace and solitude in the bush. |
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Obey all fire restrictions. Extinguish your fire before leaving. Don't let your exhaust emit sparks. |
| 11. |
Help in bushfire emergencies and search and rescue, if you are properly equipped and able. |
| 12. |
Join a 4WD Club and support 4WD touring as a responsible and legitimate recreational activity. |
This code is valuable only if you observe it.
