BASIC RULES OF SAFETY AND COURTESY
On our hikes, we want to enjoy our beautiful Arizona country and enjoy the company of the other hikers – all in a safe manner.
- Do not overestimate your ability or underestimate the terrain.
- All hikes will have a posted departure time. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
- All passengers should pay to help cover the cost of travel.
- Each hike will have a hike leader who has final say on the hike. The leader will be at the front of the group. There will also be a sweep at the end of the hike. All hikers must stay between these two.
- During the hike, stay with the group. If you do not feel well, do not hesitate to ask for a rest, or to return to the trailhead. Safety is our number one priority.
- Bring plenty of water – a minimum of two bottles. On hot days or longer hikes, you should bring additional water. Drink often during the hike.
- Bring snacks and a light lunch. Even on short hikes it is good to have some nourishment.
- The hike detail sheet for each hike will show the difficulty (distance/elevation gain/trail conditions). Be sure to read it before attempting the hike. Do not go on a hike “just to see if you can make it”. This is dangerous and unfair to the other hikers.
- Each person will be responsible for their own first aid.
- Each hiker must wear his/her Hiking Club name tag with their medical and emergency information. Please be sure the medical information is complete and up to date.
- No guests, no dogs, no firearms, no smoking or vaping allowed on club hikes.
- With approval in advance from the Club President, a hike leader from another hiking club may join us on a hike. He or she will have a name tag, i.e.: Ambassador.
- For each member’s safety, the Club has the right to remove a member for not following these rules.