Information for Walkers

Booking for Activities

• Registrations are Essential. Contact the Activity Leader directly, using the email contact details provided in the Activities Program entry.  If you are a Member you must provide your membership number and mobile number when registering for any activity. If you are a Visitor see the VISITOR paragraph below.  Do not use this website to register interest in an activity as it does not link to individual email accounts. 

• If in doubt about your fitness for a bushwalk activity you can discuss this with the Activity Leader when you register. This applies to any friend or family member you may bring along as a visitor/s on the day.

• Arrive on time for the Activity. It is your responsibility not to delay the start of the activity.

• If you have registered and are not able to attend please contact the Activity Leader as soon as possible to cancel as there may be a waiting list. Also, an undeclared absence may delay the start of an activity or affect transport and other arrangements, thereby inconveniencing other participants.

• Activity Leaders may refuse to allow participation if a numbers limit has been reached, or a registration deadline has elapsed, or for a bush walk they consider a person to be unsuitably dressed, incapable of completing the activity, or inadequately equipped.

VISITORS are welcome to join one of the Club's activities (limited to two activities). Registrations are essential for the activity so contact the Activity Leader directly advising you are a Visitor and they will advise you accordingly. Visitors are also required to sign an ANB Activity - Visitor Risk Waiver Form (see attachment below) before participating in any Club activity. 

Bushwalking Grade Descriptions | For Day Walks with Day Packs

• Grade 1 | Easy terrain and gradients, typically up to about 7km per day on good tracks, fire trails, or paved surfaces.

• Grade 2 | As above, but may typically involve slightly more difficult terrain, or total ascents/descents up to about 200m, or distances up to about 13km, or a combination of these.

• Grade 3 | May involve more difficult terrain, e.g rock-hopping in creeks, or total ascents/descents up to about 400m, or distances up to about 20km, or a combination of these.

• Grade 4 | As above, but may involve a bigger proportion of more difficult terrain, or total ascents/descents up to about 700m, or distances up to about 25km, or a combination of these.

• Grade 5 | May involve walking largely off track in difficult terrain, or total ascents/descents over 700m, or distances over 25km, or a combination of these.

• Grade 5+ | Exceptionally arduous walk, likely to involve unusually challenging distances or terrain or ascents/descents, or a combination of these. Suitable for very experienced bushwalkers only.

• Unsurveyed | The Bushwalking Leader has not surveyed the walk. This is an additional designation to the numerical gradings above, and it can apply to any of them.

What To Bring On A Day Bush Walk | The Following Is Recommended

• Small backpack. Avoid shopping bags or handbags.
• Walking boots or robust footwear. Should be comfortable and with good grip.
• Drinking water. At least 2 litres but 3-4 litres (or more) for hot conditions and/or strenuous activity.
• Food. For lunch plus high energy snacks.
• Light clothing for hot weather. To offset sweating.
• Wet weather gear. Always be ready for unexpected rain.
• Warm clothing for cooler weather. Always be ready for this too.
• Broad brimmed hat. For sun protection and shading the eyes.
• Sun block. For skin protection.
• Insect repellent. To deter flies, mosquitoes, leeches etc.
• First Aid Kit (including personal medication).
• Torch. In case group returns late.
• Sunglasses. For eye protection.
• Space Blanket. For warmth in emergencies.
• Whistle. In the event an emergency signalling is required.
• Mobile phone, map, compass or other navigation device. The Bushwalking Leader will normally endeavour to look after navigation and emergency communication, but backup can be invaluable.

Carpooling Rates. The carpool cost is 35c per kilometre (for all cars, plus any other reasonable costs, e.g. National Park or road toll fees). This cost is shared equally between the driver/s and the passenger/s. The Activity Leader may also decide to charge a flat fee e,g, $5 or $10 per person depending on the distance to be travelled. The Activity Leader’s decision will be final.

Other Information

• Bushwalking Safety. The Bushwalking Leader must appoint a Last Person to check that nobody gets left behind. A minimum of 4 people are required for any All Nations activity to proceed.

• Changes and Cancellations are Unavoidable. Always check the Club’s website for the latest information on bush walks or activities advertised on the Program.

• If you are subject to an incident or Injury. Our Club has an excellent safety record but just in case, we are insured through the Confederation of Bushwalking Clubs for Public Liability and Personal Injury. If you are involved in an incident or injury then please immediately notify the Activity Leader. Assistance can then be organised for you as required. The Activity Leader will also complete an Incident & Injury Report for submission to our Club Committee. Information on making an insurance claim is attached below and available in the Information for Member's section of the website or from a Committee Member.

• Public Transport. Phone 131 500 or visit http://www.transportnsw.info/. Check before the activity for information on delays and track work. Leave home earlier if necessary. It is your responsibility not to delay the start of the activity.

• Search and Rescue. For any emergency, telephone 000.

• Club Email. The Club has a group email facility for notifying members of recent news, last minute changes, etc. Contact us here for more information.