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This is a short introduction to day walking will give you what is needed to start your overnight bushwalking journey.
The first session is a 2 hour theory and introduction and the following weekend is all practical learning in the field.
Walking SA Education offers a transformative online training experience that focuses on real-world applications and practical skill development.
Our instructors utilize industry-relevant teaching methods to enhance practical skills and industry awareness, ensuring a rich learning experience.
We offer programs tailored to your skill level and learning objectives, incorporating practical activities and virtual events for a comprehensive educational journey.
Our interactive approach fosters confidence and practical fluency in real-world contexts, preparing you for seamless professional interactions.
Gain industry insights and global perspectives through our virtual workshops and events, acquiring knowledge that goes beyond just practical proficiency.
Our experienced instructors are dedicated to providing high-quality, interactive learning experiences that focus on practical skills and real-world applications.
A short, 3 hour walk and talk introduction to safe bushwalk practices and equipment, delivered by a trained and experienced bushwalk guide, with a useful handout. Small group experiences. Check for dates or get in touch to book a session for you and your walking friends.
Basic skills required for independent bushwalking and overnight camping up to grade 3 tracks.
Able to lead day walks up to grade 4 tracks.
Able to lead overnight bushwalks up to grade 3 tracks, and grade 4 with mentor pre-checks.
Able to lead overnight bushwalks with dependants on up to grade 4 tracks. Building on the skills and experience gained in the Bushwalk Guide Foundation Training. accreditation.
Able to lead bushwalks to grade 5 in remote areas. No direct entry – experience and training equivalence to the full Bushwalk Guide Accreditation needed to participate.
Our courses form part of a qualification pathway. Gain further qualifications as you graduate from courses along the pathway or have Recognised Current Competency (RCC).
A short, 3 hour walk and talk introduction to safe bushwalk practices and equipment, delivered by a trained and experienced bushwalk guide, with a useful handout. Small group experiences. Check for dates or get in touch to book a session for you and your walking friends.
Able to lead day walks up to grade 4 tracks.
Basic skills required for independent bushwalking and overnight camping up to grade 3 tracks.
Able to lead overnight bushwalks up to grade 3 tracks, and grade 4 with mentor pre-checks.
Able to lead overnight bushwalks with dependants on up to grade 4 tracks. Building on the skills and experience gained in the Bushwalk Guide Foundation Training. accreditation.
Able to lead bushwalks to grade 5 in remote areas. No direct entry – experience and training equivalence to the full Bushwalk Guide Accreditation needed to participate.
We’ve listed some of the common questions people have below.
If you need some more information or have another question do get in touch with us.
No, training and assessment is not based on a national training package, but instead based on the Australian Adventure Activity Standard (AAAS).
The people behind this qualification are all from the walking community in South Australia and have chosen to work together to create an accreditation that is of the highest standards that they are currently using.
There have been many obstacles for people to gain similar qualifications in South Australia and the walking community recognised that there needed to be an easier way for gaining accreditation while maintaining their high standards.
In years past, bushwalking leader training has been done on a volunteer community basis to keep cost down and to keep a strong community involvement solely for the benefits of the community.
In recent years there has been a move to national training pack-age training that involves a higher training and assessment cost and this has been an impediment for many.
Walking SA, being the peak body for walking in South Australia and a volunteer, community based organisation has seen the need for a community based training to return to South Australia.
In short, yes.
There are some requirements of currency of experience and training that will likely have to be considered but this accreditation is perfect for those who have not completed assessment with another organisation.
Yes. The first year of membership is included in the assessment fee and following from the first year the membership will give access to professional development, networking and importantly re-accreditation to ensure currency of the qualification. To maintain those benefits you will need to remain a member.
Walking SA, being the peak body for walking in South Australia is uniquely placed to have access to Government, community and industry support. We have arrangements in place for Insurance cover when training, assessing or on Walking SA events or club walks. As well as the walking community support which includes professional development opportunities, networking and, in the future, employment opportunities.