48-HOUR PARTICIPATION DECLARATION

A final check before we meet outdoors.

This declaration checks whether anything has changed since your original questionnaire and confirms that you have received the practical and safety information for your retreat. A change does not automatically mean you cannot attend—please answer honestly so we can discuss what is safe and appropriate.

WHEN TO COMPLETE ‍ ‍Within the 48 hours before your retreat, and before travelling to the meeting point.

This form is not a medical assessment or a substitute for advice from a qualified healthcare professional. If you are unsure whether the planned activity is suitable for you, please seek appropriate medical advice before attending.

UNDERSTANDING OUTDOOR RISK

Outdoor walking and time in natural environments cannot be made entirely risk-free. Depending on the retreat and conditions, foreseeable hazards may include:

  • Uneven, rocky, muddy, wet or slippery ground

  • Steep slopes, steps, stiles and stream crossings

  • Slips, trips and falls

  • Changing weather, heat, cold, wind and reduced visibility

  • Falling branches, loose rocks and natural obstacles

  • Roads, traffic, livestock and other countryside users

  • Bites, stings and contact with plants

  • Fatigue, dehydration or an existing condition becoming more difficult to manage

  • Limited telephone reception and delay in reaching professional medical assistance

Your retreat

Your current health

IF YOU ANSWER YES Do not begin the retreat without first speaking to Walton Horizons and obtaining appropriate medical advice.

Preparation and equipment

First aid and emergencies


Consent and declaration

WALTON HORIZONS’ RESPONSIBILITY

Walton Horizons will assess conditions, plan and adapt the retreat, provide safety information and take reasonable steps to manage foreseeable risks. Participants are expected to follow instructions, use suitable equipment and disclose information that may affect safe participation