Introduction to Guiding Workshop – Bushwalking

1 December 2023

The Bibbulmun Track Foundation is pleased to be offering an introductory workshop for aspiring leaders who have no prior experience or training in leading bushwalks.

This 1½ day workshop provides a mix of theory and practical sessions and participants will receive an understanding of practices and procedures to become a bushwalking guide, as well as a good insight into operating as a group leader within the Australian Adventure Activity Standards (AAAS) framework.

Thanks to the support of the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) the workshop is free.

Participants will receive:

Reference material including checklists and cue cards

1.5-day contact time with theory and practical components including:

Preparation and planning for walks
Risk management plans
Emergency planning and response protocols
Equipment for day and overnight walks
Appropriate food for multi-day treks
Group ratios, health and safety
Judging the fitness and ability of groups appropriate to the walk
Group leadership skills and communication
Conflict resolution
Leave No Trace and minimal impact
Record keeping
Working within the guidelines of the AAAS and GPGs

Tips and insights from over 20 years of training volunteer guides

The training requires some pre-reading to maximise the time available during the workshop for conducting practical exercises.

This workshop is for people who have had no training or experience leading bushwalking groups before. Please note that this is a basic introductory and unaccredited workshop.

Workshop dates:

Albany – Sat 9 & Sun 10 March
Dwellingup – Sat 16th & Sun 17th March
Mundaring – Sat 13th & Sun 14th April
Wongan Hills – Mon 10th & Tues 11th June
Carnarvon – Thurs 27th & Fri 28th June

To register your interest please complete this EOI.

This training is supported through a Hiking Participation Grant from the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC).