Welcome to our new Volunteer Leaders!

In this section you will get a summary of what to expect with this training, a feel for how EYCZ works, and why we do things the way we do.

In this section we will show you the benefits of being an EYCZ leader, and the positive impact you can make on participants, without even realising.

We have all heard the term "Body Positivity" applied to everything from gyms to instagram posts. In this section you will get an insight on how body positivity applies to our hikes and events.

Communication with hike participants is crucial, and its important that we can create a safe, nurturing environment for them to feel comfortable. By encouraging positive conversation we can show them that we support them, and protect the whole group at the same time.

Its really important that we consider inclusion and diversity when we are thinking about how to make Escaping your Comfort Zone an inclusive place. Trans women and non-binary individuals often experience poor body image, over and above the experiences of cisgender women.

In this section we will outline all the components we would like you to consider when planning a hike.

In this section you will understand the checklist for leading a hike, with the focus on making participants feel welcome, comfortable and safe.

Its important that we follow up with some participants after a walk/hike.

This section does not intend to detail first aid for all scenarios, however it gives you excellent resources to support you should you find any of your participants who may require first aid.

In this section we will give you the facts about using mobile phones in the bush, and when they will work, and when they won't. There are several rumors that we want to dispel about how mobile phones work.

Here's a listing of all the excellent apps you will find may assist, or enhance your hike planning, and safety on hikes.