Riding Level Categories

A	Beginner	A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter.
B	Novice	A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting trots, and short canters.
C	Intermediate	A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces (including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly.
D	Strong Intermediate	An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day.
E	Advanced	All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handling a spirited horse in open country.

A	Easy -	Ideal for those who feel comfortable being active approximately 2-4 hours a day. These trips are best for people who are looking for a more leisurely vacation or an introduction to hiking and biking. Walks and hikes of 4-6 miles on rolling to hilly terrain with short ascents up to 600 feet; bike rides of 20-25 miles/day on level or gently rolling dirt roads with van support.
B	Moderately Easy -	Intended for the average active adult who feels comfortable being active approximately 3-5 hours a day. Hikes of 4-8 miles on gently rolling to hilly terrain with climbs of up to 1,200 feet; bike rides 20-30 miles/day on gently rolling to hilly dirt roads with van support.
C	Moderate -	Trips for the more active adult who feels comfortable being active approximately 4-6 hours a day. Hikes of 5-12 miles on hilly to mountainous terrain with climbs of up to 2,500 feet. Bike rides of 25-35 miles/day over a variety of hilly to mountainous terrain including challenging climbs and descents, and singletrack trails with van support.
D	Challenging -	For hikers and bikers who feel comfortable being active approximately 5-7 hours a day. Treks and hikes of 7-14 miles per day on mountainous terrain. Bike rides of 25-40 miles/day over mixed terrain including technical singletrack and sustained climbs/descents of up to 3,500 feet. Due to remote locations, van shuttle opportunities may be limited.