{"id":"6ad724d3cf7123de287d4998","title":"Walk Leader Checklist A 4 Foldable Version","path":"walks/ramblers-resources-quick-links/walk-leader-checklist-a-4-foldable-version","contentMarkdown":"# you’re one of the reasons people love to join your walks! you’ve got the basics covered, it’s all about making it your own – conditions and the group you’re leading. And remember, once\n\n![](https://www.chelmerandblackwater-ramblers.org.uk/administrator/cache/preview/197ecb8356075faec09c27f0becf1f56.jpg)\n\n## Keep your plans proportionate for the nature of your walk, the\n# on the day.surroundings andwalkers and take adynamic approach welcome briefing at thestart of the walk beforesetting off. 8 We’re flexibleand adaptable 7 We packthe right kit 6 emergenciesWe prepare for\n## Stay alert to your You can do this in your\n# Make changesif you need to Share your planwith walkers 3 advanceWe plan in 4 come preparedWe help walkers 5 group sizeWe manage\n## for your walk.\n## any specific considerations get started.\n# Adopt or adapt ourresources in a way thatworks for you to manage We have example riskassessments according towalk difficulty to help you 2 within ourcapabilities 1We workas a team principlesOur guiding\nWe lead walks\n## local circumstances the risks in advance\n## Adapt plans to Plan and assess\n## things you must do.\n## so important. As a walk leader there are certain\n**sharing it with others. That’s why group walks are help us lead safer, enjoyable and welcoming walks.**\n**We love walking and there’s something special about At the Ramblers we have eight guiding principles that**\n## Being a great walk leader Our guiding principles\n## Thank you\n## Thanks to people like you, walkers\n## across Great Britain get to enjoy\n## more than 100,000 group walks Walk\n## with Ramblers every year.\n## Thank you for helping to open\n## up the outdoors for everyone. Leader\n## ramblers.org.uk Checklist\n## @ramblers\n## Your quick guide to\nFold along the dotted lines\n## Before the walk\n## Choose a route Assess the risks Share information Before setting off\n## with walkers\n- Consider the location, • Refer to the relevant • Check the weather length, timing and Ramblers risk assessment • **Let walkers know what** forecast. Have you whether it will be a – or local risk assessment if to expect, including any packed the right kit?\nlinear or circular route. your group already has one. **specific kit to bring.**\n- **Bear in mind conditions**\n- Consider the season, terrain • **Think about specific hazards** at low levels can be very\n## Get ready\nand points of interest. on your walk, and what you different to those on a can do to manage the risk. high peak.\n- Ask yourself, do I have the • **Pack everything you need**\n## knowledge, skills and ability Decide on your for the walk – first aid kit, • If the walk you’re doing is\nto lead this walk safely? fully charged mobile phone, **remote, make sure you fill**\n## group size\nfood, drink and appropriate in a route card and leave\n## Recce the route navigation tools are all it with someone at home.\n- Refer to the Ramblers recommended. If you don’t return at the\n**recommended leader:** expected time, they can\n- Do your recce close to the walker ratios. • Know how to contact the raise the alarm.\nday of the walk, if possible.\nemergency services and\n- For larger groups, work get help if you need it.\n- Check timings, rest and together with a backmarker toilet points, escape or or co-leader. • Text Register to 999 to alternative routes, access get recorded with the restrictions and mobile • To manage numbers emergency SMS service.\nphone coverage. you may choose to use a booking system to let • Download the free\n- If not possible – use people know how to join. **OS Locate app.** maps, guidebooks, local knowledge and online tools to plan.\nFold along the dotted lines.\n## On the walk After the walk\n## Give a walk briefing • Check in with the group Say thank you Report any incidents\nto make sure everyone’s\nOK and have regular breaks.\n- Give everyone a warm • **Let new walkers know** • If you lead for Ramblers or welcome. • Take regular headcounts. when the next walk is, Ramblers Wellbeing Walks and how to join the and an incident occurs,\n## • Share information about Stay flexible group or stay in touch. complete and return an\n**the walk, and any hazards** Incident Report Form to on the route so that walkers • If you’re going to a **incidents@ramblers.org.uk** can keep themselves and • Keep an eye on the weather, post-walk social, make others safe. the conditions, the time sure everyone feels and your group. welcome to join.\n- Ask walkers for their emergency contact details. • Adapt your plans and make changes when needed.\n- Remind walkers to follow the Countryside Code • Ask for help if you need to – or the Scottish Outdoor there’s usually a wealth of\nAccess Code. experience in your group.\n## Set the right pace Have fun\n- Keep in sight or • Most of all, have a great communication time with your group with your backmarker while out on the walk!\nat all times.\n## ramblers.org.uk","contentHtml":"<h1>you’re one of the reasons people love to join your walks! you’ve got the basics covered, it’s all about making it your own – conditions and the group you’re leading. And remember, once</h1>\n<p><img src=\"https://www.chelmerandblackwater-ramblers.org.uk/administrator/cache/preview/197ecb8356075faec09c27f0becf1f56.jpg\" alt=\"\"></p>\n<h2>Keep your plans proportionate for the nature of your walk, the</h2>\n<h1>on the day.surroundings andwalkers and take adynamic approach welcome briefing at thestart of the walk beforesetting off. 8 We’re flexibleand adaptable 7 We packthe right kit 6 emergenciesWe prepare for</h1>\n<h2>Stay alert to your You can do this in your</h2>\n<h1>Make changesif you need to Share your planwith walkers 3 advanceWe plan in 4 come preparedWe help walkers 5 group sizeWe manage</h1>\n<h2>for your walk.</h2>\n<h2>any specific considerations get started.</h2>\n<h1>Adopt or adapt ourresources in a way thatworks for you to manage We have example riskassessments according towalk difficulty to help you 2 within ourcapabilities 1We workas a team principlesOur guiding</h1>\n<p>We lead walks</p>\n<h2>local circumstances the risks in advance</h2>\n<h2>Adapt plans to Plan and assess</h2>\n<h2>things you must do.</h2>\n<h2>so important. As a walk leader there are certain</h2>\n<p><strong>sharing it with others. That’s why group walks are help us lead safer, enjoyable and welcoming walks.</strong>\n<strong>We love walking and there’s something special about At the Ramblers we have eight guiding principles that</strong></p>\n<h2>Being a great walk leader Our guiding principles</h2>\n<h2>Thank you</h2>\n<h2>Thanks to people like you, walkers</h2>\n<h2>across Great Britain get to enjoy</h2>\n<h2>more than 100,000 group walks Walk</h2>\n<h2>with Ramblers every year.</h2>\n<h2>Thank you for helping to open</h2>\n<h2>up the outdoors for everyone. Leader</h2>\n<h2>ramblers.org.uk Checklist</h2>\n<h2>@ramblers</h2>\n<h2>Your quick guide to</h2>\n<p>Fold along the dotted lines</p>\n<h2>Before the walk</h2>\n<h2>Choose a route Assess the risks Share information Before setting off</h2>\n<h2>with walkers</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Consider the location, • Refer to the relevant • Check the weather length, timing and Ramblers risk assessment • <strong>Let walkers know what</strong> forecast. Have you whether it will be a – or local risk assessment if to expect, including any packed the right kit?\nlinear or circular route. your group already has one. <strong>specific kit to bring.</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Bear in mind conditions</strong></li>\n<li>Consider the season, terrain • <strong>Think about specific hazards</strong> at low levels can be very</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Get ready</h2>\n<p>and points of interest. on your walk, and what you different to those on a can do to manage the risk. high peak.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ask yourself, do I have the • <strong>Pack everything you need</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<h2>knowledge, skills and ability Decide on your for the walk – first aid kit, • If the walk you’re doing is</h2>\n<p>to lead this walk safely? fully charged mobile phone, <strong>remote, make sure you fill</strong></p>\n<h2>group size</h2>\n<p>food, drink and appropriate in a route card and leave</p>\n<h2>Recce the route navigation tools are all it with someone at home.</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Refer to the Ramblers recommended. If you don’t return at the\n<strong>recommended leader:</strong> expected time, they can</li>\n<li>Do your recce close to the walker ratios. • Know how to contact the raise the alarm.\nday of the walk, if possible.\nemergency services and</li>\n<li>For larger groups, work get help if you need it.</li>\n<li>Check timings, rest and together with a backmarker toilet points, escape or or co-leader. • Text Register to 999 to alternative routes, access get recorded with the restrictions and mobile • To manage numbers emergency SMS service.\nphone coverage. you may choose to use a booking system to let • Download the free</li>\n<li>If not possible – use people know how to join. <strong>OS Locate app.</strong> maps, guidebooks, local knowledge and online tools to plan.\nFold along the dotted lines.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>On the walk After the walk</h2>\n<h2>Give a walk briefing • Check in with the group Say thank you Report any incidents</h2>\n<p>to make sure everyone’s\nOK and have regular breaks.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Give everyone a warm • <strong>Let new walkers know</strong> • If you lead for Ramblers or welcome. • Take regular headcounts. when the next walk is, Ramblers Wellbeing Walks and how to join the and an incident occurs,</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>• Share information about Stay flexible group or stay in touch. complete and return an</h2>\n<p><strong>the walk, and any hazards</strong> Incident Report Form to on the route so that walkers • If you’re going to a <strong><a href=\"mailto:incidents@ramblers.org.uk\">incidents@ramblers.org.uk</a></strong> can keep themselves and • Keep an eye on the weather, post-walk social, make others safe. the conditions, the time sure everyone feels and your group. welcome to join.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ask walkers for their emergency contact details. • Adapt your plans and make changes when needed.</li>\n<li>Remind walkers to follow the Countryside Code • Ask for help if you need to – or the Scottish Outdoor there’s usually a wealth of\nAccess Code. experience in your group.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Set the right pace Have fun</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep in sight or • Most of all, have a great communication time with your group with your backmarker while out on the walk!\nat all times.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>ramblers.org.uk</h2>\n"}