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Trip Planner Code of Ethics (Produced with the permission of the Australian National Four Wheel Drive Council in the interests of promoting responsible Four-Wheel-DriveTouring) • 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 20 November 2013