Code of Ethics
(Produced with the permission of the Australian National Four Wheel Drive Council in the interests of promoting responsible Four-Wheel-Drive-Touring)
* Obey the laws and regulations for Recreational Vehicles that apply to public lands.
* Respect the cultural, heritage and environmental values of public/private land by obeying restrictions that may apply.
* Respect our flora and fauna. Stop and look but never disturb.
* Keep to formed vehicle tracks.
* Keep the environment clean. Carry your own and any other rubbish out.
* Keep your vehicle mechanically sound and clean to reduce the environmental impact.
* Adopt minimal impact camping and driving practices.
* Seek permission before driving on private land. Do not disturb livestock or watering points, leave gates as found.
* Take adequate water, food, fuel, basic spares and a first aid kit on trips. In remote areas travel with another vehicle and have
Royal Flying Doctor Service, or equivalent, radio contact.
* Enjoy your recreation and respect the rights of others.
* Plan ahead and lodge trip details with a responsible person.
* Support four-wheel drive touring as a responsible and legitimate family recreational activity. Consider joining an affiliated four-wheel drive Club.
THIS CODE SUPPORTS THE NATIONAL RECREATIONAL VEHICLE POLICY AND IS VALUABLE ONLY IF YOU OBSERVE IT
* Obey the laws and regulations for Recreational Vehicles that apply to public lands.
* Respect the cultural, heritage and environmental values of public/private land by obeying restrictions that may apply.
* Respect our flora and fauna. Stop and look but never disturb.
* Keep to formed vehicle tracks.
* Keep the environment clean. Carry your own and any other rubbish out.
* Keep your vehicle mechanically sound and clean to reduce the environmental impact.
* Adopt minimal impact camping and driving practices.
* Seek permission before driving on private land. Do not disturb livestock or watering points, leave gates as found.
* Take adequate water, food, fuel, basic spares and a first aid kit on trips. In remote areas travel with another vehicle and have
Royal Flying Doctor Service, or equivalent, radio contact.
* Enjoy your recreation and respect the rights of others.
* Plan ahead and lodge trip details with a responsible person.
* Support four-wheel drive touring as a responsible and legitimate family recreational activity. Consider joining an affiliated four-wheel drive Club.
THIS CODE SUPPORTS THE NATIONAL RECREATIONAL VEHICLE POLICY AND IS VALUABLE ONLY IF YOU OBSERVE IT