MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL APPLICATION

As a condition of membership you must:

1. Confirm that you have read and understood the AOR.
2. Confirm that you have been advised of the Club's Personal Accident and Public Liability Insurance policies provided by Bushwalking Australia.
3. Agree to abide by the Club’s Code of Conduct.
4. Sign and date the form.
5. Update your contact details (only if they have changed).
6. Update your emergency contact details (only if they have changed).
7. Submit the completed form by the 31st January each year.
8. To submit this form: 
   1. Click on the green "Continue" button at the bottom of this page.
   2. A pop-up called "Preview Sign Document" will appear.
   3. Click on the blue "Sign Document" button at the bottom of the pop-up.
9. Pay the Membership fee using the payment details provided (you may want to make a copy of these as they will not be visible once the form is submitted. They are also availale on the Club's website).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISKS AND OBLIGATIONS OF MEMBERS

This acknowledgement of risks (AOR) applies to all Club activities I may undertake as a member of Redland Bushwalkers Inc.(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 abseiling or above the snowline activities I am aware that these activities could expose me to additional hazards and risks described to me by the activity leader. To minimise risks I will endeavour to ensure that:

1. Each activity is within my capabilities.
2. I am carrying food, water, medication, and equipment appropriate for the activity.
3. I will advise the activity leader if I am taking any medication or have any physical or other limitation that might affect my participation in the activity.
4. I will make every effort to remain with the rest of the party during the activity.
5. I will wear a PFD (Personal Floatation Device) when participating in SUP and/or Kayaking activities.
6. I will advise the leader of any concerns I am having, and
7. I will comply with all reasonable instructions of Club Officers and the activity leader.

I have read and understand the above requirements. I have considered the risks before choosing to sign this acknowledgement 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 signing this form and the payment of any required subscription will be deemed as full acceptance and understanding of the above conditions.

The Club's Personal Accident and Public Liability Insurance policies are provided by Bushwalking Australia. Please click on the following link for more details:  www.bushwalkingaustralia.org/insurance

The Club's Code of Conduct is available on our website. Please click on the following link to review the Code of Conduct: redlandbushwalkers.org.au/club-documents

MEMBERSHIP FEE: The membership fee is $40 and is due on or before 31st January each year.

METHOD OF PAYMENT: Electronic Funds Transfer preferred - the Club's Westpac Bank account details are provided below:

BSB: 034-070
ACCOUNT NO: 220127
ACCOUNT NAME: Redland Bushwalkers
REFERENCE: [Your Name] MEM [Year]

NOTE: The reference field is necessary to confirm that you have paid. Use your first initial and surname, for example: John Smithfield paid his membership fee for 2025 and used the reference JSMITHFIELDMEM2025.