Trip Policy
CW NZAC Trip Policy
As a member of NZAC you have an opportunity to participate in a variety of exciting and challenging alpine adventures. In order to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants, it is important to familiarise yourself with our trip policy. This policy outlines the guidelines and expectations for participating in club trips. By following these guidelines we can all have a safe and rewarding experience in the beautiful alpine environment New Zealand has to offer.
Responsibilities of a Trip Participant
You are responsible for your own safety. If you are uncomfortable with any situation, let your trip organiser know straight away.
Be prepared to drive or contribute to transport costs incurred (petrol, wear & tear).
Make sure you have a clear idea of the trip’s goals and what will be required of you, assessing the intended trip against your skills as to whether the trip is suitable.
Contribute towards decision making, stick as a group and take direction from the Trip Leader should decisions arise.
Obtain a relevant map and know where you are going, the terrain, what gear you will need, and how to use it.
If you discover that you cannot go on the trip then let the Trip organiser know as soon as possible so that another person can take your place.
Read, understand and return the signed copy of the NZAC waiver form to the Trip Organiser.
Responsibilities of a Trip Leader/Organiser
Trips should be fun for everyone. Choose a mountain, peak, hill, traverse, route, crag, or whatever and get out there and meet some keen club members!
You cannot be responsible for the safety of every member of the group, but you should aim to empower every group member with enough knowledge to make their own informed decisions about the proposed trip both before, and during the trip.
Choose a realistic goal for the time available and give prospective group members an idea of the amount of effort required.
Set a group size limit based on your experience, the goal, time available and the groups individual fitness and experience.
Let the group know what skills & equipment are needed when they sign up.
Provide the trip participants with a copy of the NZAC waiver form and have them understand, sign and return it to you in advance of the trip.
Organise travel arrangements at the earliest opportunity and let everyone know how much they can expect to pay for transport costs - petrol, wear & tear.
Prepare detailed trip intentions and leave them with at least one responsible individual.
If someone on the trip voices their concern about a situation it is up to you (with the help of the group) to find a safe solution.
Post trip contact the Trips-coordinator to give an update on how it went and inform if there were any incidents or accidents to encourage NZAC continuous improvement.
Find someone on the trip to write an interesting trip report for the Section Newsletter and email it to Shannon