On trails, don't cut switchbacks as the practice leads to erosions. All cooking on overnight trips will be done on stoves. One campfire is permitted where firewood is not in short supply. Animals are prohibited unless a specific exception is included in the original trip writeup. Persons less than 18 yrs old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have written permission from same giving phone number and authorization for continuing treatment by an Medical Doctor in case of necessity.
Events are open to all members and guests unless the event description lists special restrictions.
Make sure you understand these restrictions as they apply to your qualifications to participate be sure you are qualified to participate and that you will not handicap the group because the activity is too strenuous for you. The Chapter Safety Committee has established classifications for outings that involve different levels and areas of skill but do not relate to the strenuousness of the outing. O Applies to uncomplicated outings such as hikes on trails or equivalent. I Includes outings involving off-trail travel that require navigational skills. E Applies to outings that involve more severe snow climbing.