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CODE OF CONDUCT
Laws and
Regulations
Respect and abide by the rules and regulations of the country, national
parks, conservation and public areas. Keep to the laws and regulations
that apply to four wheel driving for the area you drive in.
Fellow Human
Beings
Respect the right of privacy, peace and solitude of other human beings.
Obtain permission before driving on private land.
Fauna and Flora
Preserve our fauna and flora. Never disturb animals it might affect
their survival. Obey fire restrictions and always extinguish campfires.
Bring out what you take in, never bury litter.
Vehicle Perfection
Keep your vehicle mechanical sound and clean to reduce environmental
impact. Carry sufficient tools, spares and recovery equipment.
Fellow Road Users
Abide to the traffic rules. Drive defensively and set an example to
others. Be friendly and courteous to fellow road users. Assist fellow
four wheel drivers in need.
Responsibility
Take responsibility for your actions. Promote the safe and responsible
use of four wheel drive vehicles. Accept responsibility for your group.
Do not drink and drive. Clubs Support four wheel driving as a
responsible and legitimate recreational activity. Obey the constitution
and rules of your club. Responsible Off-Road Driving Keep to existing
roads and tracks. Avoid sensitive eco systems. Travel in a group or
with another vehicle in remote areas. Take adequate water, food, first
aid and fuel. Preplan trips carefully before departure.
Abide to the
Code of Conduct
The Code of Conduct supports responsible four wheel drive recreation
and is valuable only if you observe it.
