Walker Guidelines

Intending participants are required to attend the pre-walk meeting to hear the walk briefing and gain an understanding of the location, walk type, expected duration, and requirements for the planned activity. This is also intended to assist with logistics and planning, including transportation and camping arrangements.

Participants who cannot attend the pre-walk meeting are required to contact the walk leader for a briefing and approval to participate in the activity.

There may be occasions when walker numbers are restricted due to logistical reasons. Priority for participation is given to members who attend the pre-walk meeting and those who have notified the club in advance that they cannot attend the pre-walk meeting but wish to participate in the upcoming activity.

Prospective participants should verify with the leader that they are capable of safely completing the activity, taking into account their experience, fitness, and personal capabilities. Please be specific if the leader asks about your walking experience, fitness, and ability. For your safety, you'll need this information.

The walk leader reserves the right to deny participation to any person deemed unsuitable for the planned activity. 

Before Walk:

• Ensure that you are fit and well enough for the degree of difficulty of the walk. If in doubt, discuss with the leader well in advance of the walk. Advise the leader if you are taking medication or have any other potential issues.
• Arrive at the starting point on time.
• Carry sufficient water for the conditions of the walk, generally a minimum of one litre, or two litres or more in hotter conditions. Often, we refill from creek water along the way if available.
• Ensure you are suitably equipped, including a first aid kit, personal medications, sunscreen, hat, food, rain gear, whistle, torch and appropriate clothing and footwear. A map and compass may also enhance your enjoyment of the walk.
• Ensure you complete the sign-on sheet after reading the Risk Waiver and noting any risk warnings.
• Remember to bring a sense of humour and adventure. Our leaders are all volunteers, so please remember to be patient and kind to them.

During the Walk:

• Follow the leader's instructions. Remember, your leader has your welfare at heart. Be courteous, co-operative and helpful to other walkers in the group.
• You must remain with the group.
• You should not leave the walk early unless pre-arranged, but if it is necessary, you must advise the leader and, if requested, sign off on the activity sign-on sheet. You must accept a leader's decision to send someone with you to accompany you out.
• Do not allow yourself to become separated from the group. If you experience any difficulty, such as a slow pace, blisters, or a shortage of water, please advise the leader immediately. Participants should maintain a line of sight with people in front and behind them.
• Car pooling is recommended. Contribute to car costs if you are a passenger in another member's vehicle.
• It is your responsibility to allow sufficient distance between yourself and the walker in front so that you are not injured by branches flicking back.
• Do not leave the track. If, for any reason, you are going to fall behind, advise the appointed "tail".

At the End of the Walk:

• Ensure the leader is aware you have made it to the end.
• Remember to thank the leader.