Frequently Asked Questions
Can I walk with the group before deciding whether to become a member?
Yes, You can walk as a casual walker. The cost of this is $5 each time, which covers your insurance through Bushwalking Victoria.
This is not an alternative to joining. After 2 casual walks you are expected to join, if you want to continue walking with our group. If you subsequently join, your casual fees can be deducted from your annual fee.
This is not an alternative to joining. After 2 casual walks you are expected to join, if you want to continue walking with our group. If you subsequently join, your casual fees can be deducted from your annual fee.
How much does a 12-month M.B.G. membership cost and what does it cover?
Membership costs $35.00 pa, and covers insurance through Bushwalking Victoria.
You are also required to pay $5.00 pa for membership of Broadford Living & Learning Centre. This is a one-off charge, and it entitles you to attend any number of the Centre's other group activities that you might wish to participate in.
You are also required to pay $5.00 pa for membership of Broadford Living & Learning Centre. This is a one-off charge, and it entitles you to attend any number of the Centre's other group activities that you might wish to participate in.
Where can I find out about upcoming walks?
Get yourself on the mailing list and you will be sent a newsletter each month or so. The latest newsletters are also available on this website, by clicking on the Newsletters tab above, behind "More".
Do you have car-pooling for getting to the walks?
Normally we do, but it will depend on whether there are any Covid 19 restrictions at the time. We can explain our car-pooling costs when you make contact with us.
Can children attend walks?
We do allow children sometimes to come on our walks. They must be accompanied by a parent or a responsible adult. They need to be able to keep up with the group, and they are the responsibility of their adult. The children or grandchildren of members have attended and the $5.00 casual charge is applied for their insurance cover, through Bushwalking Victoria.
Can I take my dog with me?
No. It was decided in 2023 that dogs would not, in future, be allowed to accompany you
when you are walking with our group.
when you are walking with our group.
When and where are your Planning Meetings held?
Our meetings are normally held at 7.30 pm on the first Monday of the month, at the Broadford Living and Learning Centre, 158-160 High Street in Broadford. Check before you front up because sometimes we skip a month or change the date for some reason.
Do you hold any social events?
Some of our Planning Meetings are held at dining venues, like Kilmore Race Track or a local hotel, but while Covid 19 restrictions were in place ALL our planning meetings were cancelled.
