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Essential Information
Why does the CRC exist?
To promote the knowledge and love of God the Father,
Son and Holy Spirit.
To provide Christian fellowship whilst walking.
To encourage healthy enjoyment of the countryside.
The club was founded in 1981 to provide opportunities to enjoy walking
whilst still having Christian fellowship at weekends, and also to provide a
Christian witness in Youth Hostels. We
are an interdenominational club run entirely by volunteer members.
Who can join?
Membership is open to any professing Christian aged 18 or over who
acknowledges Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour.
Associate membership is available at the discretion of the committee to
those who are in sympathy with the aims and Christian nature of the club but
are unable to sign the declaration of faith.
Associates may not lead walks or events, vote, nominate candidates for
or serve on the committee.
We have over 500 members from a wide cross-section of occupations,
denominations and ages, both male and female.
Families are welcome, but children/young people under the age of 18 may
only attend club events with a parent or guardian who is responsible for them
at all times.
Do I have to join before I
come?
No. You are welcome to try a
couple of events as a guest first. If
you just want local Saturday walks, and not weekend or holiday events, then you
don’t need to join the national CRC at all. Phone your local group contact for details
(see list inside back cover of Newsletter).
What sort of walking does the
Club do?
We arrange over 50 residential walking events each year, covering
mountain, moorland, lowland and coastal areas
throughout the
Please check with the event leader if you are at all unsure about what
is involved, especially if you are unsure of your ability to cope with the
maximum in the chosen grade.
Please note that some activities may be hazardous and neither the club,
nor the committee nor the activity leaders can accept liability for accidents
however caused.
Is it all walking?
Mainly, but we also arrange a few cycling events. Themed events, combining walking with music,
art, wildlife or history, are popular and the programme usually includes a week
at the Keswick Convention.
What happens at the events?
Each event is different because of the people who are involved, the
length of the event and the activities planned.
Generally, however, on a weekend event (the most common) most people
arrive and mingle on Friday night (some may come early on Saturday) and then
set off for a walk on Saturday which will start between 9 and 10am and finish in middle or late afternoon. After the evening meal, the leader may have
arranged a time for Christian fellowship (which might include Bible reading,
singing, prayer or discussion) or perhaps some other activity or people may
just socialise.
On Sunday, the group will normally attend a church service or perhaps
arrange their own in the hostel, and then there will be a shorter walk afterwards
usually finishing between 3 and 4pm. You can depart at any point you wish during
the day, to suit your travel arrangements.
Where do we stay?
Usually in Youth Hostels, which provide cheap, comfortable
dormitory-style accommodation. Many offer hot meals for those who want them
and there is always a fully equipped kitchen for those who prefer to
self-cater. Most people bring their own
packed lunches but you can often order these from the hostel if you wish. Sometimes we use independent hostels or Christian
centres. If you prefer to stay in a
local
Do I have to join the YHA?
Not necessarily, but it's a good idea.
If you book with the CRC group before the event deadline you are covered
by the CRC's group YHA membership. To
book direct with the hostel (e.g. after the deadline or extra nights) you must
be a YHA member, or pay a supplement. You can join at any hostel or via
www.yha.org.uk or call 0870 770 8868.
How do I travel to events?
Any way you like! The event
leader will try to link people together for car sharing so that costs and
pollution are kept to a minimum and so you can have company on the
journey. It may also be possible to pick
you up from a railway station if you ask the leader in good time.
Who are the event/walk
leaders?
Ordinary members who have volunteered to help. This enables the club to provide a wide range
of walking events. Most of them have
ordinary full-time jobs and are certainly not professional walkers or
experts. Each one has been approved by
the committee, which consists of ordinary members elected at an AGM. We expect all participants to be supportive
to the leaders and willing to help out where appropriate.
Can I bring a dog?
This is at the discretion of the event/walk leader. The YHA does not allow dogs in youth hostels
except for hearing or guide dogs.
Dogs brought on walks must be kept under control at all times and the
owner is responsible for the dog in all circumstances. The club and its walk leaders will not assume
any liability for the actions of the dog.
Dogs must be kept on a lead of less than 2 metres on open access land
during the bird nesting season (1 March-31 July) and at all times where there
are grazing stock.
Can I come on my own?
Many people do, at least until they get to know a few others. You will quickly get to know people on the
event and probably see some of the same people at future events; so you will
soon build up friendships. Most events
have 10-30 people although there are some big events (e.g. AGM, fireworks or
New Year) that attract up to 100.
How do I book to come?
The programme contains full booking instructions. It is very important to phone the event
leader first, to check that there are still places available and that nothing
has changed since printing. They will
answer any questions, advise how to book and take your name and phone number so
they can contact you about transport etc.
Then use the booking form in the programme or arrange your own
accommodation as discussed with the leader.
That’s it! Just turn up on
the first evening before 10.30pm and introduce
yourself to the leader.
What should I bring with me?
Apart from the obvious overnight things, you will need suitable walking
gear, food and drink. What you wear
depends on the weather, your own preferences and the part of the country. The main principle is to stay warm and dry
with enough food and drink. We therefore
recommend you bring a bit more food and drink than you expect to consume and a
bit more clothing than you think you will actually wear.
You should always carry a waterproof jacket and waterproof
trousers. Several thin layers are better
than one thick garment for adjusting your temperature. A synthetic “wicking” T-shirt or
long sleeved thermal top is ideal next to the skin. Avoid jeans and cotton T-shirts, which are
cold and slow drying when damp. Fast
drying synthetic or poly-cotton trousers are fine. It’s a good idea to bring a hat and
gloves unless it’s mid-summer in southern
You will need strong, comfortable and supportive footwear. That generally means walking boots, but stout
shoes or trainers may be OK in dry weather and on easy terrain.
If you are in any doubt about what to take, ask the event leader. They
will be happy to advise but if you are not properly
equipped on the day they may refuse to take you on safety grounds.
How do I join?
Please print and complete the application form and sign either the
Member or the Associate declaration (not both).
Send the form and appropriate subscription to the Membership Secretary
at the address given at the end of the form.
They will send you an acknowledgement, together with the latest
programme and
How much does it cost?
Annual subscription rates for Members and Associates are:
Individual £15
Couples/Families
£21
Unwaged £6
Please make cheque/PO payable to Christian
Rambling Club.
Subscriptions run from January 1st to December 31st, but if you join
after October 1st your fee will cover the whole of the following year. Members and Associates receive quarterly
mailings of
Couples/families are covered by one payment and receive one copy of each
mailing. However each adult aged 18 or over must
complete and sign a separate membership form (please photocopy as required).
If you are on a low income and feel you cannot afford the subscription,
please contact the Membership Secretary in confidence.
What about Data Protection?
We keep the membership database on computer for the purpose of club
administration. Please notify any
changes of name, address, phone number or email address to the membership
secretary as soon as possible. We also
invite you to check and correct your details each year as part of the annual
renewal process.
Names and contact details are available to committee members and to
event leaders if they need them. A small
team of volunteers see address labels when they stuff the envelopes for
mailings. We never disclose your
personal details to anyone else without your permission.
Photographs taken on club events/walks may be used in the
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