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- Walkers should bear in mind that leaders are volunteers and mutual respect will bring a more positive experience for all.
- Collective responsibility is a primary aim on all Club outings. This means that everybody is responsible for themselves and each other in terms of safety and enjoyment.
- Walkers should be suitably prepared – see Gear page – lack of appropriate gear can affect the whole group
- Walkers should inform the leader of any medical condition which may affect their participation and should carry necessary medications.
- Bring sufficient food and drinks including emergency rations
- Have an appropriate level of fitness for the grade of walk – alternative fitness training may be necessary to undertake more strenuous walks – lack of fitness can jeopardise the safety and enjoyment of the whole group.
- Leader’s directions should be followed to ensure the safety and enjoyment of the group
- Walking way out in front on easy and moderate walks may be in conflict with the leader’s choice of pace and reduce the enjoyment of the hike for all.
- Walkers choosing to leave the group must inform the leader (including toilet stops)
- People new to hiking are only taken in at the start of the club year (October). If you wish to bring an experienced hiker along please confirm with the leader that it is ok in advance, they may join 2 hikes before joining the club as a member. Members who bring newcomers have a particular responsibility for that person on the day – they may need to drop out of walk early if fitness or gear is not suitable.
- We do not take under 18s as members or on club activities