Ethics

• As a member of a 4WD club we support four wheel driving and touring as a responsible and legitimate recreational activity.
• Your vehicle should have comprehensive or third party fire and theft insurance.
• Abide by the laws and regulations pertaining to 4WD vehicles.
• Keep to constructed vehicle tracks. Do not drive ‘off road’ unless permission is granted from the landowner or land management authority.
• Keep the environment clean. Carry your own and maybe other people’s rubbish home.
• Obey restrictions on use of public lands. Respect national parks and other conservation areas.
• Obtain permission before driving on private land. Leave livestock alone and gates as found.
• Keep your vehicle mechanically and legally roadworthy.
• Take adequate water, food, fuel, relevant spare parts, tools and first aid kit on trips. In remote areas travel with another vehicle.
• Respect our wildlife. Stop and look, but never disturb or chase animals.
• Respect other peoples’ rights to peace and solitude in the bush.
• Obey all fire restrictions. Extinguish your fire before leaving. Don’t let your exhaust emit sparks.

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