Some of the best wild places are well off the beaten track, and a long way from help. So it is useful to be prepared before you go.

The purpose of these pages is to get some basic facts & information together so you can get outdoors and get involved in ‘better bushwalking’.

These pages WILL NOT ensure your safety in the bush. As your skills and confidence grow, learn the ropes from the experts… we run courses for beginners to advanced bushwalk leaders. Get some first aid training as well.

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• When and where do I go?
• How long am I going for, who do I walk with, and who to tell?
• Where do I get water?
• What do I carry?
• What can I eat?
• How do I use a map?
• Who is responsible?
• Environmental Considerations
• What about the weather?
• If all goes wrong…

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