Easy Walks
These are only easy if you are
reasonably fit. Do not try a walk that is too long on your first
attempt.
Easy Medium Walks
These may be long and may include steep slopes and bush.
Medium Walks
These may include stretches of stony, steep or slippery terrain, plus thicker
bush, and you need to be fit to try them.
Medium Hard Walks
These may include difficult sections or may require a good pace to be
maintained.
Hard Walks
These are for active and experienced walkers. If you have doubts about
your fitness you should not try one of these walks.
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One of the leaders should be informed before
any member separates from the group for any reason. (Back-packs should be left
at the side of the track). |
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No
group member should overtake the leader in front, nor lag behind the leader
at the rear. |
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When
walking on trafficable roads, members are to keep close to the right hand
side of the road in single file. |
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Conservation
laws are to be observed at all times.
No picking of wildflowers or disturbing fauna |
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The making of fires to be undertaken only
when permitted by fire laws. Utmost
care should be taken. |
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No litter
to be left anywhere. Remember, we take
out what we take in. |
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Suitable
equipment and clothing to be carried or worn.
That is: walking boots, backpack, 2 liters of water, compass, first
aid kit, tough clothing to resist bush, whistle, packed lunch, matches and
rainwear if necessary. (Winter walks) |
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Toilet
waste should be buried at least 250 mm deep, 200 meters from a stream. |
Winter
walks start from fixed locations in
Visitors are always welcome and are requested to apply for membership after completing two walks (no charge for the first 2 walks).
On the
winter walks, it is suggested that people might like to share transport to
minimize cost.
Passengers
are carried at their own risk.
Contributions to the driver towards the cost of petrol are suggested
according to the total distance travelled.
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Up to 25k |
$2 per passenger |
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26 to 55km |
$3 per passenger |
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55-85km |
$4 per passenger |
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Above 85km |
$5 per passenger |

For various reasons animals are not permitted on walks.
The Western Walking Club wishes to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for its members. To this end the club undertakes training courses for its leaders, provides first aid courses and works within a comprehensive risk management policy to ensure risks are minimised and effective procedures adopted in the unlikely chance of an emergency situation.
While the
club does carry insurance, club members are encouraged to minimize their
personal risk by complying with club rules and ensuring a suitable level of
fitness and quality of equipment and clothing
A simple
first aid kit should contain: Band aids, cotton wool, antiseptic spray, 75mm
crepe bandage, splinter forceps, aspirin, scissors, safety pins, UV sunscreen
and lipstick, insect repellent and any other items personally favoured.
Payable
on 1 July each year. For 2009,
subscriptions are $30 per single person and $55 per couple.
Cheques
payable to Western Walking Club Inc and post to WWC Inc, c/o P.O. Box 941 West
Perth WA 6872.
These are
compulsory for adults and optional for children. Our charge is $10 per badge. Members are requested to wear name badges on
all walks.
For more information contact our club President on 9382 8140
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Useful
Links
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Description
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Bushwalking Clubs in |
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Walks on the world class |
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The beautiful |
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Umbrella organization for
Australian Walking Clubs. (Good links) |
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Social walking group -
email marielm@bigpond.com |
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Dept of Health. Many
walking group contacts |
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Extended walks with a focus
on environmental awareness |
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Over 50 of the best trails
in WA |
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Walk Friendly project and
recreational info |
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WA Gov about walking |
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Dept of Environment and
Conservation Previously CALM |
Various walks. Books and
maps from DEC offices |
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A personal website focused
on bushwalking and cycling in WA |
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