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Section 3
ENVIRONMENTAL
CONCERNS
Off-road driving can provide
wholesome and satisfying recre-
ation. However, it also raises envi-
ronmental concerns. General
Motors recognizes these concerns
and urges every off-roader to
follow these basic rules for protect-
ing the environment.
• Always use established trails,
roads and areas that have been
specially set aside for public off-
road recreational driving; obey
all posted regulations.
•Avoid any driving practice that
could damage the environ-
ment - shrubs, flowers, trees,
grasses - or disturb wildlife (this
includes wheel-spinning,
breaking down trees or unnec-
essary driving through streams
or over soft ground).
• Always carry a litter bag ...
make sure all refuse is removed
from any campsite before leav-
ing.
•Take extreme care with open
fires (where permitted), camp
stoves and lanterns.
• Never park your vehicle over
dry grass or other combustible
materials that could catch fire
from the heat of the vehicle’s
exhaust system.
TRAVELING TO REMOTE
AREAS
It makes sense to plan your trip,
especially when going to a remote
area. Know the terrain and plan
your route. Get accurate maps of
trails and terrain. Try to learn of
any blocked or closed roads.
It’s also a good idea to travel with
at least one other vehicle. If some-
thing happens to one of them, the
other can help quickly.
Does your vehicle have a winch? If
so, be sure to read the winch
instructions. In a remote area, a
winch can be handy if you get
stuck, however you'll want to
know how to use it properly.
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