Assessment of Four Wheel Drive Recreation in the Midwest/Northeast

History And Current State Of The Sport
Trail Use And Specialized Vehicle Construction
Economic Impact Of Back Country Recreation

 


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Table of Contents

  • Introduction and Statement of Purpose

    History of East Coast Four Wheel Drive Association

    Introduction

    Organizational Structure

    Membership

    Profile of Recreationists

    Recreation Issues

    North American Motorized Recreation Council

    Vehicle Construction, Driver Responsibility & Use of Roads

    Gearing & Crawl Ratio

    Locking Differential

    Anti Sway Bar

    Tires

    Suspension & Body Lift

    Driver's Conduct

    Typical Backcountry Outing

    Tread Lightly!

    Participation Rates in Backcountry Excursions

    Economic Benefits of Backcountry Recreation

    Introduction & Objectives

    Methods

    Expenditures: Durable & Non Durable Goods

    Construction Expenditures

    Special Events

    Community Service Volunteer Hours

    Expenditures by State of Residence

    Projected Tourism

    Conclusions

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