There is a lot of further information available and advice on the main Ramblers website for walk leaders. This includes the Walk Leader Handbook and two e-learning modules for new leaders (“Walk Leadership Foundations” and “Preventing and Managing Incidents”) which are mandatory for new walk leaders since 15th May 2024 – for existing leaders they are optional but may still be of interest.
There is also a wealth of more specific information which may be of use, covering rights of way, access land, navigation and safety (including first aid, road, livestock, weather, flooding, level crossings, military sites and other hazards). This can all be found under the “Resources for walk leaders” section of the Ramblers website.
Finally, there are regular online (Zoom) “walk leader conversations” organised by Ramblers, giving an opportunity to discuss matters relating to walk leadership with both head office support staff and leaders from other groups around the country. These can be booked via the Ramblers Eventbrite page.
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