Waverley Bushwalking Club Inc.

   GRADING OF WALKS
 

The gradings shown in the Events Program are advisory only. If in doubt, please check with the walk Leader.
The gradings below apply to Day Walks and Base Camps only. For Pack Carries and other types of activities consult the Leader prior to booking.

  SHORT: Level terrain, on formed tracks. Distance up to 5km.
  EASY: Gently undulating terrain on formed tracks. Distance up to approx 12km.
  MEDIUM: Sustained climbs and descents. Some of the Walk may be off formed tracks. Distance approx 15-18km.
  HARD: Consistent walking with moderate to hard climbing in scrub and forest, on and off tracks. Distance depends on terrain.
  EXPERIENCED: Walking in difficult terrain that may require special knowledge such as unscheduled camping, rock scrambling, survival techniques, first aid or navigation.
 

Leaders have final say on participant acceptability, fitness etc. Members and temporary members may be asked to prove experience.