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Club Resources
Starting & Running a Bushwalking Club
This area has been prepared by Bushwalking Victoria to assist with the formation and administration of new bushwalking clubs. It contains guidance and useful forms for getting started. Contact us if you wish to receive a copy of our handy Starting & Running a Bushwalking Club Manual!
Documents and Templates
WalkSafe Brochure
A guide for the inexperienced bushwalker. Download a copy of the WalkSafe brochure here.
Tread Softly
Victoria's bushland areas are valuable and need to be protected. Find out how to Tread Softly.
Hut Etiquette
All you need to know about the use and care of our huts.
Support the Tracks!
Would you like to become a Bushwalking Tracks and Conservation (BTAC) volunteer? Find out how to get involved!
Annual Report
Download a copy of the latest Bushwalking Victoria Annual Report here.
Strategic Plan
Bushwalking Victoria's Strategic Plan can be found here.
Insurance
Bushwalking Victoria participate in the National Insurance Scheme for Bushwalking Clubs, policy details can be found here.
Policies, Procedures & Club Forms
Risk Management
Help Sheets
Bushwalking Victoria have a range of help sheets aimed to support clubs:
Club Connections
Club Connections are an online networking opportunity for clubs, designed to improve communication and facilitate sharing of ideas/issues. They are a chance for you to share what's working, what isn’t, and to chat openly about how we can all work together to help your clubs thrive. Upcoming Club Connections dates.
Past Club Connections Summaries
- Nov 2023 - Introduction to BWV Leader Training Modules, Club Challenges + More
- Feb 2024 - Your Insurance Questions Answered
- May 2024 - Attracting and retaining great volunteers
- Oct 2024 - Managing and Avoiding Conflicts
- Feb 2025 - Facebook Group for Clubs, First Aid, Try Bushwalking Month Wrap, Insurance Update + More
Leader Resources
The Bushwalking Victoria Leader Resources is intended to support leadership development within bushwalking clubs. The practical advice, reference material and learning activities can also act as a prompt to individuals wishing to arrange and conduct group walks in the Australian bush. Access the Bushwalking Victoria Leader Resources here.
Club Changes
To advise changes to Club Committee members and Contacts login via the Member Portal and update your profile, or download the form to advise changes to Club Contacts here.
Member Discounts
Download a copy of the Discount Partners list here.