Club Membership

Risks and Obligations

There are risks associated with the Club's Activities.

Members can minimise the risks by understanding their responsibilities and obligations when participating in a Club Activity.

Please make sure you read and understand the Waivers shown below before Joining the Club or when joining the Canyon Program.

You will be asked to acknowledge that you read and understand the waivers when you join the Club or join the Canyon Program.

Acknowledgement of Risks and Obligations Of Members

This acknowledgement of risks applies to all Club activities I may undertake as a member of Upper Blue Mountains Bushwalking Club (the Club). In voluntarily participating in activities of the Club which are described to me by the activity leaders I am aware that my participation in the activities may expose me to hazards and risks that could lead to injury, illness or death or to loss of or damage to my property. I also acknowledge that I may encounter weather conditions that could lead to hypothermia and being in locations where evacuation for medical treatment may take hours or days. In particular when participating in club activities, such as above the snowline activities I am aware that these activities could expose me to additional hazards and risks.

To minimise these risks I will endeavour to ensure that:

  1. Each activity is within my capabilities.
  2. I am carrying food, water and equipment appropriate for the activity.
  3. I must advise the activity leader if I am taking any medication or have any physical or other limitations that might affect my participation in the activity.
  4. I must advise the activity leader if I am taking any medication or have any physical or other limitations that might affect my participation in the activity.
  5. I will advise the leader of any concerns I am having.
  6. I will comply with all reasonable instructions of Club officers and the activity leader.

Members should be familiar with the Clubs “Guidelines for Walkers” and “Risk Management Guidelines”. Additionally leaders should be familiar with “Guidelines for Walk Leaders”.

By accepting this Waiver I agree to waive any claim for damages that I may have against the Club, the leader or other participants in tort or contract.

I also agree to be bound by the constitution of the Club for the time being in force.

I have read and understand the above requirements; I have considered the risks before choosing to accept this acknowledgment of risk. I still wish to join the activities of the Club. I acknowledge that I will take responsibility for my own actions and that agreeing to this form and the payment of my subscription will be deemed as full acceptance and understanding of the above conditions.

Last Update: 11-Jan-2026

Canyoning Waiver

To participate in a canyoning trip you must be a current member of the Upper Blue Mountains Bushwalking Club and have been approved to join the canyoning group. You must also agree to this acknowledgement.

Participants Responsibilities
  1. I will familiarise myself with the nature of the trip (eg Ozultimate, Ropewiki) prior to going on it and assess whether the trip is within my capabilities and notify the leader prior to the trip if have any concerns.
  2. By agreeing with this acknowledgement I agree that I will fully disclose to the leader prior to the trip any medical conditions or any physical limitations, which could affect my participation in this activity. Note: Canyons are in remote environments and individuals with physical medical issues can impact their own safety and that of the whole group.
  3. I agree to conduct myself in a safe and responsible manner and exercise due care to ensure my personal safety and that of others during this activity.
  4. During the trip I will make every effort to remain with the group and notify the trip leader or other participants immediately if I’m experiencing any difficulties or have any concerns.
  5. I must make sure that I have the correct equipment for safe participation in this activity, including appropriately certified critical PPE (helmet, harness, tether, descenders, etc) and I have familiarised myself with their proper use. I will also carry adequate supplies, eg water, food, first aid kit, contact form, etc.
  6. I have read and understand the “Guidelines for Canyoners” and the “Risk Management Guidelines” document. For canyon leaders I have also read and understood “Guidelines for Canyon Leaders”. I will also familiarise myself with other club documents relating to canyoning.
  7. I’m participating voluntarily and I understand that the trip leader is not a professional guide but a voluntary member of the bushwalking club and I will take responsibility for my own welfare and safety.
  8. I will comply with all reasonable instructions of Club officers and the activity leader.
Acknowledgement

If I do not understand anything mentioned in this acknowledgement I will seek clarification from the Canyoning Subcommittee before agreeing to it.

By voluntarily agreeing to this acknowledgement

  • I am aware that these activities can present potential hazards and risks that may result in injury, illness or death and the loss of, or damage to property.
  • I accept the risks associated with these activities and to the extent permitted by law, for myself and my heirs, executors and assignees, I release the Upper Blue Mountains Bushwalking Club, the trip leader and other participants from all claims, actions, suits and demands resulting from my illness, injury, death and/or the loss of, or damage to my property arising from my participation in this activity. I understand that in the event of my death this waiver also binds my estate.

Note: This acknowledgement is in addition to and supplementary to the “Acknowledgement of Risks and Obligations of Members” that I agreed to on joining the club or renewing my membership.

Last Update: 11-Jan-2026