Tread lightly

May 2019

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Avoid damage to sensitive land by sticking to the track, even if there's a waterhole or other obstacle in the way. Photo: Mark Wilson
Technique and careful driving can make a big difference to the impact a vehicle can have on the backcountry For many trampers, the maxim ‘Take only photos, leave only footprints’ says it all for how they relate to the great outdoors. For responsible 4WD enthusiasts, the equivalent is ‘Tread lightly’, a collection of rules and […]
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