Please attend if you wish, but if not, email him what and when you could lead in the July to December period.

“Part of the establishment of CANwalk was a response to our former Chief Minister John Stanhope who commented that he was always inundated with feedback from the Pedal Power lobby but rarely received comments from pedestrians and walkers in Canberra. Mr Stanhope went on . . . → Read More: CanWalk_Walkers_Survey]]> We have received the following request from the CANwalk Walking Coordinator.

“Part of the establishment of CANwalk was a response to our former Chief Minister John Stanhope who commented that he was always inundated with feedback from the Pedal Power lobby but rarely received comments from pedestrians and walkers in Canberra. Mr Stanhope went on to explain that the government was more likely to act on feedback from a collective of groups or organisations rather than a few ‘squeaky wheels’.

An opportunity has arisen to provide coordinated feedback to the ACT Government on 2 walking related projects. It would be great if we could provide a united response on behalf of all walking organisations in the ACT.

The responses could be collected and collated using the survey monkey tool, (a simple online survey). Only 10 short questions. No responses would be altered and a detailed report of data as well as a summary of recommendations could be forwarded to appropriate authorities.

The 2 documents that require feedback are;

·       GTA consultants have been engaged to report on the safety-related factors, that you, as someone concerned with cycling issues, faces in the ACT.
This is an opportunity to raise any concerns/issues relating to the interaction between cyclists and walkers in the ACT. (Due 22nd Nov)

·       Centenary_Trail_Ground_Truthing_Final_Report  (Due 15th Dec) ”

If you are prepared to complete a short online survey please complete the form.  Your email address will be sent to CANwalk who will email you a link to the survey.

The special resolutions to change the name of the club and amend the Constitution / Rules were both passed by large majorities.  When and if approved by the relevant ACT . . . → Read More: AGM_Results_2011]]> The draft minutes of the 2011 Annual General Meeting are now available in the “members only” section of the website.  See Members Access for details.

The special resolutions to change the name of the club and amend the Constitution / Rules were both passed by large majorities.  When and if approved by the relevant ACT authorities they will be implemented.  A new committee was also elected.

A members username and password are required to access them.

See “Members Access” on how to obtain this password.

At present, the area is open only on Sundays.

All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

Earlier in 2011 the executive reviewed the situation of under age walkers and all leaders were informed of a revised policy:-

 that no person under the age of 18 can participate in an FBI walk . . . → Read More: Under 18 Walkers]]> For several years the Club “Rules For Walkers” have included:-

All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

Earlier in 2011 the executive reviewed the situation of under age walkers and all leaders were informed of a revised policy:-

 that no person under the age of 18 can participate in an FBI walk unless accompanied by a parent or guardian

This has proved to be too restrictive and has now been changed to:-

That no person under the age of 18 can participate in an FBI walk unless accompanied by a parent, guardian or other adult who is either a close relative or authorised by the parent or guardian

A revised attendance sheet will be available for leaders soon, and the executive is continuing examination of the issue of under 18 walkers who wish to walk outside this rule.

It will be at the Canberra Bridge Club at 6 Duff Place, Deakin at 7.30pm.

Mark your diary.

4     DAYS ONLY;

THURSDAY       17th MARCH.  12 -  8pm

FRIDAY              18th MARCH.  12 – 8pm

SATURDAY       19th MARCH.     9 – 6pm

SUNDAY             20th MARCH.  10 – 3pm

at

MONT ADVENTURE EQUIPMENT

8 IPSWICH STREET

FYSHWICK, ACT.

Parking opposite

Teams from around the country are climbing on June 25 or 26th.

While the club does not endorse this event and will not be organising a team, if you are interested see the Duchenne Foundation website.

The Family Bushwalkers is one of the Canberra walking organisations contributing to this new initiative by the Heart Foundation.