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Make sure you are familiar with the area - check your map or that members on your trip can help you.

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Ensure you are happy to lead the tramp in the weather forecast and the conditions prevailing on the day. If concerned talk to a more experienced member and, if necessary, cancel the trip the night before or on the day – or change the trip. If a change is made advise a committee member of the new location in case a search and rescue is required.

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Check vehicle re-loation, pick-ups enroute and any special transport requirements

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Collect both sets of keys and the ELB from the Police

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Enter names of  those on trip in 'Trip Book' (kept in glove box) leaving it open on the van dashboard so the names and trip location can be clearly read

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Ensure that drivers are financial club members, over 25 years of age, carry their driver's licence and are personally responsible for any traffic infringement fines. Recommended maximum speed for club vehicles is 90 km per hour

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AS TRIP LEADER you have the right to refuse any member inadequately prepared or physically unfit for the tramp

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Ensure you have the correct, essential gear, you should be wearing good boots and adequate cl;othing for the conditions of the day. You should carry a suitable backpack with a selection of clothing to cover any change in conditions and a possible overnight stay.  As a minimum this must include a waterproof jacket, over-trousers, extra warm clothing, hat, gloves, polyprops and socks along with your survival pack containing survival blanket or bag, first aid kit, torch, candle, matches or lighter and possibly a fire-lighter.

WOOL / FIBRE FLEECE WILL SAVE YOU COTTON WILL KILL YOU

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Lunch - is your personal selection; a hot drink is advisable on cooler days but ensure you have an adequate supply of water and have some emergency food - nuts, bars, sports gels or extra food

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Ii is your responsibility to ensure you discuss with the trip leader when booking in if you have any concerns about your physical ability for the trip and ensure you have two days supply of any essential medication

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Take cell phones and the ELB, ensure contact numbers are exchanged if the party splits and to ensure the van mover can be contacted

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In the event of an emergency ensure that any action taken is fully discussed – the trip leader in conjunction with experienced members have the final say. If outside help has to be enlisted firstly attempt contact via cell phone and then, when all else fails, use the ELB since once activated

YOU ARE THE CENTRE OF A FULLY COORDINATED SEARCH and RESCUE

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Split the bus keys between yourself and an experienced member of the group.

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Do not deviate from the planned route, unless forced to do so. Do not be afraid to turn back - it is your responsibility, the safest course is the best course

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Make sure you have an experienced person in the rear as 'tail-end-Charlie'.

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Keep an eye on the pace, keep the group together, do not let large gaps develop between the front and rear group. You can travel only as fast as the slowest person

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Have rest stops  with food and drink breaks as needed

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Regroup at river crossings or track junctions

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During rest stops discuss where you are - use a map to indicate position

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Take care of new members and ensure they are keeping up and enjoying the tramp

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Once back at the bus make sure all the group have arrived back safely

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Refuel the vehicle if gauge is below 3/4 mark, fill-up in Turangi if easier: pass receipt to Treasurer

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Complete trip records

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Check all windows are shut and fastened, doors locked, roof ventilator left slightly open, vehicle swept out and left in a tidy condition. Return keys and ELB to the Police Station