To ensure that members can participate in activities appropriate to their capabilities, the activities are graded. The grading is based on the leader's assessment of the activity, location, climatic and environmental conditions expected at the time of year. These gradings are subjective only.
| E | Easy | Easy walking, ample rests, on tracks or in open country. Not many ups and downs. Suitable for most people in good health. Walking time less than 4 hours, distance 12 km maximum. |
| EM | Easy Medium | Ample rests, mainly on tracks. May include a few moderate ups and downs. Walking time less than 5 hours, distance 15km maximum. |
| M | Medium | Consistent walking, moderate ups and downs, mainly on tracks. Some light scrub and forest areas off walking tracks. Walking time 5 - 6 hours, distance 20 km maximum. |
| MH | Medium Hard | Consistent walking, moderate to hard ups and downs. Significant off track walking. Walking time 5 - 7 hours, distance 20 km maximum. |
| H | Hard | Consistent walking, moderate ups and downs, medium scrub and forest areas off tracks. Walkers must have good equipment and some knowledge of navigation, map reading and first-aid. Walking time 6 - 8 hours, no distance limit. |
| VH | Very Hard | Hard consistent walking in difficult terrain, few rests, thick scrub, alpine or desert areas. Special knowledge as for hard walks required by more than one member of the group. Walking time 8 - 12 hours, no distance limit. |