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Section
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Environmental Concerns
Off-road driving can provide
wholesome and satisfying
recreation. However, it also raises
environmental concerns. General
Motors recognizes these concerns
and urges every off-roader to
follow these basic rules for
protecting 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
unnecessary driving through
streams or over soft ground).
• Always carry a litter bag ...
make sure all refuse is removed
from any campsite before
leaving.
• Take extreme care with open
fires, 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. You are much less
likely to get bad surprises. 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
something happens to one of
them, the other can help quickly.
Does you 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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