The Dorset Young Walkers are a group of walkers, aged in our 20's, 30's and 40's, who enjoy exploring the wealth of beautiful countryside walks available on our doorsteps. If you're interested in joining us, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with us or it's ok to just turn up to one of the listed walks! We also do social events and other outdoor activities, but it's best to meet up with us on a walk first. We are a group of the Ramblers Association (RA). The group was formed in March 2003 and currently has 60+ active members.

 You don't have to be a member of the Ramblers Association to come along on a few of our walks, but you will be expected to join if you walk with us frequently or if you wish to take part in other activities such as weekends away. To join our group you need to join the Rambler's Association, click here to find out how.

DYW and Wessex Walkers members Will Bligh and Andrew Bindon have recently launched a new Facebook group to promote walking and other outdoor activities in the Dorset region. If you have a profile on Facebook, you will be able to join the group and stay connected with friends, keep up to date with events and ideas, and post photos and video!

"This group covers all manner of 'Outside' stuff! - The Walkers groups... Wessex Walkers, Dorset Young Walkers (DYW) and Hampshire-20's/30's (Though ONLY west Hants events will be included)- walking groups for anybody to try. (Part of the Ramblers Association, but that doesn't mean we go hiking 20 miles on each walk!) Average length of a walk is between 5 and 9 miles."

Find the group here http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7745099705

For those of you just getting into walking or thinking about joining us for a walk, DYW have published a comprehensive Gear Guide to help you decide what to buy and wear for the event. The information is courtesy of the Ramblers Association and don't forget you can receive discounts on walking clothes and equipment from major retailers when you join the RA.