As a Walking Environment Officer you will be able to contribute to the Rambler's work in preserving and enhancing the beauty of the countryside for the benefit of the public.
Support and Resources
We provide a number of resources for those undertaking the role of Area or Group Walking Environment officer. Central Office can also provide a large amount of support for these roles.
The list below outlines the resources that are currently available.
Role descriptions for Area Walking Environment Officer and Group Walking Environment Officers - These role descriptions are aimed at those in the role of Footpath Secretary and the types of activities that are involved in the role.
Walking Environment Officer Handbook - A resource aimed at all Walking Environment Officers. The resource outlines the basics of the role as well as key policies that may come in helpful when undertaking your role.
Local Access Forum Guidance Notes- Notes for those Ramblers volunteers who sit on Local Access Forums
Ramblers rights of way volunteers' handbook - A resource aimed at all new rights of way volunteers. The resource outlines the basics of rights of way law, Rights of Way management as well as key policies that may come in helpful when undertaking your role.
Factsheet Library - These factsheets are aimed at all access volunteers. They give support in a number of different areas including guidance on how the law affects path work, responding to consultation and encouraging volunteering. To get a full list of factsheets go to the factsheet library.
Paths for People - A guide to public paths for members of parish, town and community councils
The BTCV Guide, 'Footpaths - a practical handbook,'- This is a free resource aimed at those who undertake or coordinate practical path work at Group or Area level.
Knowledge Portal - A one stop shop for all queries about rights of way, for volunteers undertaking a rights of way role.
Insurance Information - Ramblers provide insurance for those undertaking practical path works. This information is aimed at those who undertake practical path work.
Knowledge Portal - A one stop shop for all queries about rights of way and access, for volunteers undertaking a rights of way role.
News
Each month the Walking Environment Team produces an update for all volunteers involved in Rights of Way, Access and Practical path work. You can view the latest edition here.
You can view previous versions by clicking on the relevant link below:
The Walking Environment Update is circulated through the volunteer e-newsletter. You can sign up to the newsletter here.
