ERA has, when necessary, made declarations, policies and principles on different topics.

How to behave in nature: 
The European Walking Code  (2002)

How to mark walking trails:
GENERAL PRINCIPLES FOR SIGNING AND MARKING FOOTPATHS /Bechyne 2004

Why it is important to have educated walk leaders :  
Marcoussis Declaration (2005)

What ERA thinks about public access to nature :  
Strengthen the rights of public access for walkers in Europe!  (1999)