Six Star Magazine Six Star Magazine 2013 | Page 26

W

ith fall fast approaching, it’s
time to take your Subaru on an

environmentally sound adventure

in the Canadian wilderness.

Experience excellent handling at its best, along
with the agility and sturdiness of your symmetrical
full-time All Wheel Drive over rocks, mud, sand and
gravel. Driving off paved roads requires practice to
make the most of your adventure while staying safe.
Be aware of the limits of your car in terms of what it
can do. Understand your car’s ground clearance and
make sure that you keep up with maintenance such

a usable spare tire, portable air compressor, and a full
tank of gas to ensure that you will be well prepared
for an exciting day.
If you are new driving on permitted trails, start
slowly and get a sense of the terrain and the vehicle’s
movements.
We want you to return safe and sound and to
leave the woods just as you found them.

your oil level.
When steering over any kind of terrain, whether
complicated or not, keep your thumbs on the outside
of the wheel and make sure to maximize your
steering input to make sure that the car navigates
over terrain with more control.
Also, share your adventure with friends and bring
along someone to spot you in the passenger seat.
Bring a communication device like a two-way walkietalkie in case you need help. To get the most of your
excursion, make sure you have an organized route
and meeting places with your group.

THE CANADIAN WILD OFFERS A RANGE OF
SCENIC PLACES, PERFECT FOR YOUR SUBARU.

1

Concession Lake Trail,
Kawarthas, Central Ontario
Ride through the lush forest of the Concession Lake
Trail in the illustrious Kawarthas and experience
relatively open trails. Challenge your auto by
overcoming hills and a few obstacles, using your
driving skills; take some time out to appreciate the
quiet beauty of the surrounding woods. The trail is
20.47 km in length and is located near Bobcaygeon.

2

Forgotten Trails,
North Central Ontario
For the next challenge, drive to the Forgotten Trails,
near South River and conquer the winding dirt trails
overgrown with pine trees. Take in the sparkling
beauty of Eagle Lake as you drive through the
countryside. The trail spans 20 km.

spill kit, your phone charger, a shovel, tools, batteries

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