Safety

We have an excellent safety record due to having an experienced coordinator in charge of each activity, encouraging participants to be well-equipped and to keep together as a group. We tell participants about the hazards. We are cautious when faced with worsening weather conditions and unstable or icy snow. We are happy to advise and assist new hikers.

Hikes are carefully organized to be as safe as possible. Hikers are expected to come suitably clothed, with proper boots and equipment, and to be entirely self sufficient with adequate food and drink. It is the responsibility of individual hikers to choose hikes that best suit and do not exceed their capabilities. It is the prerogative of the coordinator to refuse or turn back any person who, in their opinion, is not properly equipped or fit enough.

Risks and Hazards

Hiking and related activities involve hazards and risk of injury.  Persons who participate in North Shore Hikers activities do so at their own risk.  In the event of accident or injury, the North Shore Hikers, its members or Executive, cannot be held liable per the signed Waiver.  Each member is responsible for his/her own health and safety.  Persons who need search/rescue services may have to pay the cost.

Hiker's Checklist Year Round

Hikers should be self-sufficient.  Will you have what you need if the weather turns bad or you get separated from the group?  Ill-equipped hikers may be turned away by the coordinator

Clothes

Extra Clothes

Food & Drink

Equipment