Thanks for your interest in leading a CIWC trip! You pick the destination, activity and date, and as a trip leader you go on the trip you lead free of charge. Co-lead a trip with another CIWC member and go for half price. Each spring the club offers a free trip leader training class, which is available to anyone who might be interested in leading a trip. A Trip Chair is available to answer any questions you might have along the way.

See CIWC Trip Planning for information on planning and leading a CIWC trip. Also, see the following:

• CIWC Policies and Information for Members (Trip Policy) (Word document)
• Initial Trip Write-Up Form for Trail Mix (Word document)
• CIWC Trip Cost Estimate Form (Word document)
• CIWC Trip Cost Estimate Form (Excel document)
• CIWC Trip Record (Word document)
• CIWC Trip Record (Excel document)
• CIWC Equipment List (Rich Text Format)

CIWC wants everyone to have a fun, safe time. Make safety a priority on your trip. Develop a safety plan. Each trip, whether it be backpacking, paddling, or bicycling involves different risks. Consider the risks your trip involves, and develop a plan to lessen those risks. For example, participants on a backpacking trip should be encouraged to take a personal first aid kit. Also, if you are backpacking into a remote area, it would be a good idea to find out whether cell phones are likely to work.

• Simple Safety Plan
• Suggestions for a personal first aid kit
• Medical Information Form

• Most Common Injuries for Hikers/Backpackers
• Hiking and Backpacking Safety Tips
• Participant Equipment This is a list of items participants might need to bring on a multi-day trip including equipment, clothing, and hygiene items (Rich Text Format).

• Paddle Trip Guidelines
• Paddle Gear List

• Bicycle Safety Plan for Leaders
• Bicycle Safety Plan for Participants
• Essencial Bicycle Gear
• Common Bicycle Injuries