Australian National Four Wheel Drive Council

GPO Box 79 Canberra ACT 2601

Code of Ethics

1. Obey the laws and regulations for Recreational Vehicles that apply to public lands.
2. Respect the cultural, heritage and environmental values of public/private land by obeying restrictions that may apply.
3. Respect our flora and fauna. Stop and look, but never disturb.
4. Keep to formed vehicle tracks.
5. Keep the environment clean. Carry our own, and any other rubbish out.
6. Keep your vehicle mechanically sound and clean to reduce the environmental impact.
7. Adopt minimal impact camping and driving practices.
8. Seek permission before driving on private land. Do not disturb livestock or watering points, leave gates as found.
9. 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.
10. Enjoy your recreation and respect the rights of others.
11. Plan ahead and lodge trip details with a responsible person.
12. Support four-wheel touring as a responsible and legitimate family recreational activity. Consider joining an affiliated four-wheel drive club.

THIS CODE SUPPORTS THE NATIONAL  RECREATION VEHICLE POLICY AND IS VALUABLE ONLY IF YOU OBSERVE IT.

Produced by the Australian National four Wheel Drive Council in the interest of promoting responsible recreational vehicle use.

For advice and assistance in meeting the requirements of the Code of Ethics contact the Public Relations Officer, ANFWDC, PO Box 79, CANBERRA ACT 2601.

© Australian National Four Wheel Drive Council, March 1999

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