Becoming a BBW Member
If you are interested in joining the Brisbane Bushwalkers Club:
- You must be over 18 years of age.
- Complete an online registration form for each person by following this link: registration page
- Print the completed form, read and agree to the terms and conditions by signing your application.
- Submit your application. Either:
- scan your signed application form and email it to the New Members Officer at newmembers@brisbanebushwalkers.org.au and then hand the signed original to the leader of your first walk, or
- mail the original signed application to: The Secretary, GPO Box 1949, Brisbane 4001, or
- submit your form in person at a club meeting on the 4th Wednesday of the month.
- Pay the Probationary membership fee. Either:
- make a direct deposit of $20 to Brisbane Bushwalkers Club
BSB 124-021 Account 1041-4419 Transaction Reference Your name as it appears on your registration form
- pay by cash or cheque at a club meeting on the 4th Wednesday of the month. Please note, there are no EFTPOS or credit card facilities.
- make a direct deposit of $20 to Brisbane Bushwalkers Club
- On receipt of your application, you will be given a BBW Members Handbook by email or hard copy. This may take a few days.
- You will be advised of Probationary membership by email. This may take a few days.
- As a probationary member you will now have access to the club activities and to nominate for a New Member Induction Walk. New Member Induction walks are held regularly and one must be completed before you can go on any other club walks.
- At a New Member Induction Walk you will be instructed on the Club processes, what to take on a club walk, the BBW walk grading system, safety in the bush, the bushwalkers environmental code and other topics to ensure your walking experience is safe and enjoyable.
- After completing New Member Induction Training and 4 other walks, you may apply for ordinary membership. Most new members achieve this within 6 months of joining, but there is no time limit, probationary membership may be renewed many times.