GENERAL INFORMATION

Membership Fee: $35 per calendar year (for new member only) joining the Club after July 1 you pay $25 for the remainder of the calendar year, i.e. ending on Dec. 31)

All members are required to sign a liability waiver

All members should "book onto" an activity as soon as possible and confirm at least two days in advance to enable vehicle allocation and planning

Club trips are limited to a maximum of 12 participants

All outdoor activities start from a pre-arranged meeting place

Non-members may participate in one "free trial" activity before joining

CAR POOLING

The trip leader will set the reasonable carpool fee for their trip, the amount depends on the distance and road-type travelled, as well as the number of passengers per vehicle.

Note: as a courtesy to drivers bring a change of footwear, so you can take off your wet and/or muddy boots (and stow them in a bag) after the hike/outing.

Code of Conduct

BURNABY OUTDOOR CLUB CODE OF CONDUCT

1. Treat all members and guests with courtesy and respect.

2. Harassment, bullying, discrimination and profane language are prohibited.

3. No one can participate in club events while impaired by alcohol, cannabis or illicit drugs.

4. Be prepared. All participants must bring the necessary equipment, clothing, footwear, food and water for each specific trip.

5. Respect trip leaders, who are volunteers and have taken the time to organize, research and plan events. It is at the discretion of the trip leader who they will allow to join their event.

6. During the event, follow the instructions of the trip leader, whose various duties include managing group safety and comfort.

7. Leave no trace. Pack out all garbage. Stay on designated trails to prevent erosion, and respect wildlife.

8. Respect the requests of the member providing the transportation to the event. For example, bring a clean change of shoes.

9. Violation of the Code of Conduct may result in termination of membership.