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Assessment of Four Wheel Drive Recreation in the Midwest/Northeast
History And Current StateOf The Sport
Trail Use And Specialized Vehicle Construction
Economic Impact Of Back Country Recreation


Vehicle Construction, Driver Responsibility & Use of Roads.....Pg 7
With the recent popularity of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs), the media and auto manufacturers have presented an image of backcountry driving that in no way mirrors the true actions of backcountry recreationists.  Thespeed and recklessness portrayed in television commercials, if repeated inactual use, would only result in severely damaged vehicles and an unconscionable risk of human safety. 

Economic Benefits of Backcountry Recreation.....Pg 26
Expenditures by State of Residence
AnnualExpenditures on Durable Goods of Backcountry Recreationists Residing in Massachusetts
Recreational Vehicle
$2,522,528.00
Tow Vehicle
$1,014,040.00
Trailer
$ 57,772.00
Vehicle Equipment
$2,579,597.50
Clothing
$67,340.00
Camera & Camcorder
$160,496.88
Camping Equipment
$65,520.00
Total   
$6,467,294.38
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