Koonung Bushwalking Club: New Membership
About
Welcome to Koonung Bushwalking Club. If you would prefer to join the club by filling out a form and using your bank's internet-based direct account transfer do not use this website. Instead, use the paper-based form which can be found on our website or contact the membership secretary.Step 1: Read the risks, and the obligations of members, as well as the terms and conditions of membership.
Step 2: Select the ticket item according to the membership type that you would like to join (note you can only process a single membership at a time).
Step 3: Provide your details and tick the Acknowledgement of Risks and Obligations of Members
Step 4: The last step processes your payment and confirms the completion of the process.
Important:
1. Before commencing check to ensure your shopping cart at the top right of the screen is empty.
2. Only process one membership at a time to allow the club secretary to collect data for BWV insurance requirements.
3. Ensure you complete all the questions including your name, age bracket and Acknowledgement and Obligations to the Koonung Bushwalking Club below:
4. At Step 3 you will be asked to confirm your Obligations to the Koonung Bushwalking Club..
Acknowledgement of Risks and Obligations of Members
I acknowledge that my voluntary participation in activities organised by the Koonung Bushwalking Club, may expose me to risks that could lead to injury, illness or death or to loss of or damage to my property. These risks include but are not limited to snake or insect bites, traversing rough ground, loose stones or rocks, scrub, fallen logs or other obstacles, slippery surfaces and creek crossings, encountering weather conditions that could lead to hypothermia or hyperthermia and being in locations where evacuation for medical treatment may take hours or days.
To minimise these risks, I will endeavour to ensure that:
1. The activity is within my capabilities.
2. I am carrying food, water 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 limitations that might adversely 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 accept and respect the instructions of the leader of the activity.
6. I will advise the leader of any issues I am having. For any further concerns I will contact the Committee.
7. I will comply with all reasonable instructions of club officers and the activity leader.
8. Be considerate and respect the rights of members of your party and other groups to enjoy the peace and solitude of the bush at all times.
I have read and understood these requirements and considered the risks. I still wish to participate in Club activities and accept that in signing this form I take full responsibility for my actions. I also acknowledge that signing this form will be deemed as full acceptance and understanding of the above conditions. I further acknowledge that in signing this form I support the purposes of the Koonung Bushwalking Club and agree to comply with the Vic. Govt. Incorp. Rules of the Club and KBC’s Privacy Policy which can be downloaded from the front page of our website koonungbushwalkingclub.org.au.
Terms and Conditions of Membership
By clicking on the 'BOOK NOW' button (above right) and proceeding with this process you agree…
1. to be bound by all the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the Club for the time being in force;
2. to give consent for your personal details to be made available to authorised representatives of the club and emergency services in accordance with the club’s privacy policy; and
3. that the payment of fees will be deemed as full understanding and acceptance of all of the above.
Note: “Club” refers to the Koonung Bushwalking Club Inc., and “you” and 'your' all refer to you.
Membership Types
Select only one of the following types by clicking on the “+” button on the right side of the same line as the membership type you are selecting. A “1” should appear in the box on the same line as your membership type.
Note: If you are a member of more than one bushwalking club, you only need to pay your insurance to one club. Therefore, if Koonung Bushwalking Club is your secondary BWV club your fees will be $30.00 as you will have already paid your insurance dues to your primary club.
One off joining fee $25.00
Annual Membership Fee: $45.00
Annual Membership Fee (where KBC is secondary club): $30.00
Acknowledgement of Risks and Obligations of Members
I acknowledge that my voluntary participation in activities organised by the Koonung Bushwalking Club, may expose me to risks that could lead to injury, illness or death or to loss of or damage to my property. These risks include but are not limited to snake or insect bites, traversing rough ground, loose stones or rocks, scrub, fallen logs or other obstacles, slippery surfaces and creek crossings, encountering weather conditions that could lead to hypothermia or hyperthermia and being in locations where evacuation for medical treatment may take hours or days.
Date
Wednesday 20 May 2026 1:00 AM - Saturday 18 November 2028 2:00 AM (UTC+10)Location
Koonungbushwalking Club