An event for those who are contemplating buying and using walking / trekking poles, or have poles and didn't get any instruction on their use and care. The presenter has over 15 years of experience covering pole use as part of a daily fitness regime, bush walking and on long distance multi-day pilgrimage walks in Europe.

Topics that will be covered include:
\- why use poles at all
\- pole design and construction and how to choose a pole when faced with so many different designs\.
\- pole adjustment and other care and maintenance tips
\- how to hold your pole so you can walk with them all day without your wrists getting tired
\- tips for using poles on steeper slopes
\- uphill\, downhill and side slopes
\- avoiding environmental damage\.

For those who bring poles there will be a hands-on coaching session covering:
\- first steps of pole use
\- how to get everything coordinated
\- the amazing number of things you can do without removing your poles if you are using them correctly
\- why length markings on more than one pole section are \(almost\) pointless
\- walking rhythm\, and practical tips to avoid wasting energy
\- individual coaching if time and group size make that possible\.

Four places will be reserved for new members who haven't previously attended an event with the group.

The event will be held in and around the Spanish Club in conjunction with the Canberra Friends of the Camino November monthly meeting. A sign-in sheet will be available for non-members. The club bar will be open and can provide a range of refreshments. When you arrive, ask at the bar for directions.

Bring your own poles. A small number of poles will be available for those who don't have them for the coaching session if you don't already own a pair. If you are bringing Pacer poles, please leave a comment letting me know in advance. If you have Nordic poles, much of the content will be applicable, but this is **not** a Nordic pole training event.

Doug Fitzgerald

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