{"id":"6ad724d3cf7123de287d4992","title":"Information For Walkers","path":"home/information-for-walkers","contentMarkdown":"## ramblers.org.uk\n# Information\n# for walkers\n## Things to know when joining a walk with\n## Chelmer & Blackwater Ramblers.\n## Before the walk During the walk\n## • Read the walk details and At the start • Please always follow the\n**select one that you’ll enjoy** instructions of the walk leader.\n## of the walk\nand feel you can manage **–**\nBe aware that plans may\n**don’t overstretch yourself. •** change, as our walk leaders Get in touch with the walk **If you’ve never walked with** **•** adapt to changing conditions **leader if you’re not sure. We** us before, introduce yourself on the day.\ncan tell you more about the to the walk leader.\nwalk and others that we lead.\n**•** Leave no-one behind and\n**•** Tell us who to contact in case respect the pace of the group.\n**• Check the weather** forecast of an emergency **–** ask the before you head out and dress walk leader for an In Case **• Let us know if you’re** for the weather. Wearing of Emergency (ICE) card or struggling at any point **–** layers is best. Pay special pop your emergency contacts **we’re here to help.** attention to your footwear. in your phone.\n**Get in touch if you’re not •** Follow the **Countryside Code** sure what to wear. **•** Let the walk leader know if (when in England and Wales)\nyou have a health condition and the **Scottish Outdoor**\n**•** Arrive in plenty of time. that may impact your walk, **Access Code** (when in or be relevant in case of an Scotland). Leave no trace.\n**•** Pack enough food and\n**emergency. We’ll always** drink for the walk.\nBe kind and considerate to respect your privacy. **•** other people in the group and **•** The Walk Leader will have those we meet along the way.\nthought ahead about any unusual risks on the walk but,\n## After the walk\nas adults, all walkers are responsible for their own safety. **•** Let us know how you enjoyed the walk. We love to hear your stories and feedback!\n## January 2025","contentHtml":"

ramblers.org.uk

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Information

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for walkers

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Things to know when joining a walk with

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Chelmer & Blackwater Ramblers.

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Before the walk During the walk

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• Read the walk details and At the start • Please always follow the

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select one that you’ll enjoy instructions of the walk leader.

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of the walk

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and feel you can manage –\nBe aware that plans may\ndon’t overstretch yourself. • change, as our walk leaders Get in touch with the walk If you’ve never walked with • adapt to changing conditions leader if you’re not sure. We us before, introduce yourself on the day.\ncan tell you more about the to the walk leader.\nwalk and others that we lead.\n• Leave no-one behind and\n• Tell us who to contact in case respect the pace of the group.\n• Check the weather forecast of an emergency – ask the before you head out and dress walk leader for an In Case • Let us know if you’re for the weather. Wearing of Emergency (ICE) card or struggling at any point – layers is best. Pay special pop your emergency contacts we’re here to help. attention to your footwear. in your phone.\nGet in touch if you’re not • Follow the Countryside Code sure what to wear. • Let the walk leader know if (when in England and Wales)\nyou have a health condition and the Scottish Outdoor\n• Arrive in plenty of time. that may impact your walk, Access Code (when in or be relevant in case of an Scotland). Leave no trace.\n• Pack enough food and\nemergency. We’ll always drink for the walk.\nBe kind and considerate to respect your privacy. • other people in the group and • The Walk Leader will have those we meet along the way.\nthought ahead about any unusual risks on the walk but,

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After the walk

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as adults, all walkers are responsible for their own safety. • Let us know how you enjoyed the walk. We love to hear your stories and feedback!

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January 2025

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