I am by no means an expert in four wheeling, hell I have only been doing it in an organized fashion
for about a year or so. Before then it was years ago and I did many things that should not be done, such as wheeling alone
and without any safety equipment. I am going to try to give some advise that I hope will help.
Join an organized club, or go with a group that is experienced. NEVER go alone. The advise and spotting
help ( telling you where to put your tires on rocks and etc.) of an experienced person is invaluable. There is also safety
in numbers, plus you will have help if you break down or get stuck. To help locate a club in your area go to www.ufwda.org
Be prepared, the minimum safety equipment you should have is listed in a table below.
Some items that should be taken with you are food, water, toilet paper, paper towels, hand
sanitizer, trash bags ( to take all of your trash with you and to clean up after others who left their trash behind.) tools,
leather gloves, spare vehicle fluids and parts if possible, maps and or GPS, a CB radio, cell phone, rain gear, towels, and
more depending on the situation.
Only four wheel on designated trails, stay off of private property without permission.
