Grade Descriptions for DBC Walks Back to Walks Program
Easy:
· short distances (less than 10 km per day).
· no need to carry more than 2 litres of water.
· flat undulating terrain with minimal climbing and generally good walking surfaces.
Moderate:
If any one of the following criteria are met:
· with pack-hauling distances of 10 - 20 km per day.
· need to carry between 2 and 4 litres of water.
· involves lengthy climbs, for example 100 m ascent.
· significant amounts of rock-hopping, walking on sand, gravel, swamp or through
scrub/grass or clambering over boulders.
Difficult:
If any of the following criteria are met:
· any two of the criteria listed under the moderate grading.
· distances of more than 20 km per day.
· need to carry more than 4 litres of water.
· large amounts of climbing.
· considerable periods of walking over difficult terrain.
Exploratory:
This means the route and destination have not been visited by the DBC or more
specifically the trip leader. Therefore walking conditions are unknown and only
experienced DBC walkers should participate.
Family and Social Walks:
This is not strictly a grade description. However there are certain specific factors
associated with walks that have this title. The main points are as follows:
· young people from varying ages will be involved.
· family groups will travel in their own vehicles.
· depending on age range, distances will not be great (less than 5 km).
· generally these do not count as qualifying walks for full membership.