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Great Lakes Four Wheel Drive Association
The Great Lakes Four Wheel Drive Association is a non-profit organization built around four wheel drive vehicles, their owners, and the land we use. Join us at https://www.memberplanet.com/glfwda
www.facebook.com/share/1B4BeCKUC1/?mibextid=wwXIfrOff-Roading 101: Wheeling In Groups![]()
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Common Sense 4-Wheeling TIPS for the new off-roader going out with a group:![]()
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Always try to keep the vehicle behind you in view (as much as is reasonable). Keeping your headlights on will help. Yes, most of us have radios these days, but being able to see a fellow wheeler is generally safer.![]()
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Watch the vehicle in front to determine the best route to take for an obstacle.![]()
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Pick up any trash you may see around the trail. "Pack more out than in!"![]()
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Use your 4-wheel drive in low-traction areas. Bragging about NOT using 4wd on trails, where others usually do (hills, loose gravel, soft areas), does not indicate you are a better driver, let alone a better off-roader. Spinning your wheels excessively increases the damage to the terrain and shows you are simply willing to tear up the trail AND your vehicle for some kind of bragging rights. Experienced wheelers will not be impressed. ![]()
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TreadLightly!![]()
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Ask for and/or accept help when necessary - spotters can assist when in difficult terrain. ![]()
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Slow is the way to go over rough terrain (drive like there's a crate of eggs in the back).![]()
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When encountering large obstacles, such as rocks or stumps: If you can't go around, don't straddle them. Put your tire on it and crawl over slowly. (Learn about rocker protection.)![]()
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If you have a manual transmission and are stopped with the engine off, apply the emergency brake or put manual transmissions in low gear to avoid accidental rolling. NOTE: Don't use the emergency brake when the temperature outside is below freezing. It may freeze in place.![]()
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When coming off a straight edge (with a moderate drop), it may be better to do it at a slight angle. Turn the wheels right or left, letting one wheel come off first.![]()
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Secure/Tie Down loose items in the cargo area of your rig (cooler, toolbox, fluids, passengers ( lol), etc.).![]()
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Don't forget to air up before heading home.![]()
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When you get home, wash the mud and dirt from on and under your vehicle. Be sure to clean your catalytic converter, brakes, driveshaft, etc. This is not just a matter of having a clean rig. It is also about protecting the environment. When wheeling off-road, you can collect seeds of plants we drive through, over, or just by. The seeds can be in the mud or just hitching a ride in dust in the frame or suspension. Washing your rig after a trail ride will help prevent the spread of noxious weeds. (It also makes the Forest Service very happy. 🙂 )![]()
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Wheel Safe!! Be careful! And, of course, have fun out there.
🚨 Volunteers Wanted! 🚨![]()
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Join GLFWDA for our annual Adopt-A-Forest event near Cadillac, MI! 🌎🌲![]()
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April 17 & 18![]()
9:00 am-4:00 pm![]()
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📍 Meeting Location:![]()
DNR Manton Field Office![]()
521 N Michigan Ave![]()
Manton 49663![]()
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Come for one day or both — every helping hand makes a difference! 🙌![]()
For details and updates, visit www.facebook.com/share/1ACWw7rmgn/![]()
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#GLFWDA #EarthDayCleanup #VolunteerMichigan #CadillacMI #TrailStewardship #OutdoorCommunity
🌲💪 Many Hands Make Light Work! 💪🌲![]()
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It’s Adopt-A-Forest time again! While it’s unfortunate that cleanups like this are necessary, staying ahead of the curve and doing our part each year is how we protect the beautiful trails and forests we all love across Michigan.![]()
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Great Lakes Four Wheel Drive Association (GLFWDA) is proud to host our annual Earth Day Adopt-A-Forest Spring Clean Up April 17 & 18, in the state and national forest area near Cadillac — and we’re inviting YOU to be part of the effort!![]()
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Whether you can volunteer one day or both days, every set of hands makes a difference. Together, we can keep our trails open, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.![]()
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📍 Meeting Location:![]()
DNR Manton Field Office![]()
521 N Michigan Ave![]()
Manton 49663![]()
9am-4pm![]()
April 17 & 18![]()
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Let’s show what our off-road and outdoor community is all about — stewardship, pride, and teamwork. 🌎✨![]()
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For event details and updates, visit the Facebook event page and join us in making a real impact!![]()
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#EarthDay2026 #GLFWDA #MichiganVolunteers #ForestCleanup #CadillacMichigan #CommunityCleanup