Inverell Bushwalking Club
XMAS_BELls

Christmas Bells
Gibraltar Range
National Park

Grading of walks

Our walks grading system is similar to that adopted by many bushwalking clubs and is designed to give prospective walkers a guide to the nature of the walk.

Approx distance

Type of terrain

Fitness level

S
(short)
Less than 10 km

1
Mostly on tracks or with flat open terrain

A
Low fitness

M
(medium)
10 to 15 km

2
Partly on tracks, low hills, light scrub, possible rock-hopping or creek crossings

B
Moderate fitness

L
(long)
15 to 20 km

3
Partly on tracks; steep sections; medium scrub; rock-hopping; creek crossings

C
Good fitness with agility

XL
(extra long)
over 20 km

4
Off track; steep sections; heavy scrub; creek crossings

D
High fitness

5
Off track; hard terrain; very steep sections; heavy going

E
Strenuous

Let the leader know!

    Don't leave it until the last minute to tell the leader you want to go on a walk. Walks have been cancelled because the leader thought no one was interested. In some cases complicated transport arrangements have to be organised.

    Day walks
    Confirm your interest by the previous Wednesday if possible. Late starters may still be accepted.

    Overnight walks
    Advise the leader of your intention as early as possible and confirm details before the walk.
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