| Leader Level | Rating | Effort Level | Elevation Gain (ft.) | Miles | Time (hrs.) |
|
1 |
C | Easy | Under 1,000 | < 5 |
< 5 |
|
1 |
C+ | Fairly Easy | 1,000 | 5 to 8 |
4 to 6 |
|
2 |
B | Moderate | 1,000 | 5 to 10 |
5 to 7 |
|
2 |
B+ | Moderately Strenuous | 2,000 | 5 to 10 |
6 to 8 |
|
3 |
A | Strenuous | 3,000 | 5 to 10 |
8 to 10 |
|
3 |
A+ | Very Strenuous | 4,000 | 10 |
10 |
NOTE: Trip Ratings in some cases will not fit precisely into the multiple criteria shown above (e.g., where elevation gain compared to miles or time indicate different levels). In such cases the leader or chapter outings chair may use discretion in assigning a rating. Elevation gain and other data are understood to be estimates. Winter hikes may also imply greater preparedness and safety considerations (not accounted for solely by estimated duration) and should be classified accordingly.
Flat/Moving Water Leader Ratings:
| Leader Level | Rating | Effort Level | Miles | Portages | Water Class |
|
1 |
C | Beginner | < 6 | <1/2 mile | Flat |
|
1 |
C+ | Advanced Beginner | 6-12 | < 1 mile |
Flat/moving |
|
2 |
B | Intermediate | 12 | Longer |
Flat/moving |
|
3 |
A | Advanced | 12+ multi-day | Various | Flat/moving |