| Distance | Leader’s pace | Terrain |
| AA = over 13 miles A = 9-13 miles B = 5-8 miles C = under 5 miles | 1 = very fast (2.5+ mph) 2 = fast (2-2.5 mph) 3 = moderate (1.5-2 mph) 4 = leisurely (less than 1.5 mph) | A = very strenuous B = strenuous C = average D = easy |
| Unsure of your ability? Try only one grade higher than you previously attempted. | ||
| Dogs: Owners must obtain the permission of the Leader before bringing a dog on a hike. |
Some examples:
- B2C – Hike 5 to 8 miles at a fast (2 to 2 1/2 miles per hour) pace over “average” (moderate) terrain.
- C4D – A stroll. Walk less than five miles at leisurely pace on flat terrain.
- AA1A – A tough hike. More than 13 miles at a very fast pace on steep and/or difficult terrain.
