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Leader, Mentor and Tailender Responsibilities

On a tramp, all groups shall have a designated leader and tailender. The leader, tailender and President or substitute may consult prior to the tramp, therefore the two front seats of the bus may be reserved for their use and they shall give any details for the day over the PA.

Leaders

    • The leader shall be responsible for:
    • the route to be followed
    • the time and place of any refreshment stops, including lunch
    • setting a suitable pace, ensuring the Tailender is able to catch up quickly if a gap develops
    • consulting with the President, or substitute, if a serious problem develops
    • the leader can advise against a member’s participation in a tramp or part of a tramp. Noting any member returning to the bus must be accompanied by at least one other person
    • carrying the second first aid kit and beacon when only one group
    • nominating a person to be responsible for leaving gates as found.

Mentor

    • The Mentor shall be responsible for:
    • having thorough knowledge of the details of the route to be followed
    • giving guidance in all aspects of the tramp to the leader
    • observing closely the route that is being followed
    • making notes of significant markers/waypoints and any updates/additions required for clarity of the track on the Leader’s Guide
    • providing this information to the responsible Planning Committee member

Tailender

    • The tailender shall be responsible for:
    • knowing how many are in the group
    • notifying the leader of any problems within the group
    • ensuring an appropriate person is identified to look after any tramper(s) needing help.  A list of those with first aid training, willing to help, is available in the First Aid kit
    • carrying a Club First Aid Kit or assigning to another person if unable to carry themselves (who will walk with the tailender).

Updated 30/05/2024