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Defined in the glossary as "To make, or attempt to make, progress through thick coastal forest and undergrowth. See Fun (type II)." | Defined in the glossary as "''To make, or attempt to make, progress through thick coastal forest and undergrowth. See Fun (type II).''" | ||
Levels of bushwhacking, as defined by the VOC: | Levels of bushwhacking, as defined by the VOC: | ||
'''BEGINNER''' - Walking off-trail a minimal distance in order to relieve oneself privately. | '''BEGINNER''' - Walking off-trail a minimal distance in order to relieve oneself privately. Also includes off-trail hiking in alpine or rocky areas. | ||
'''INTERMEDIATE''' - Most often accidentally, perhaps because the main trail was lost or a potential shortcut may have been found | '''INTERMEDIATE''' - Most often accidentally, perhaps because the main trail was lost or a potential shortcut may have been found. | ||
'''ADVANCED''' - Intentional, longer-duration (multiple hours) off-trail hiking in thick, forested areas. | '''ADVANCED''' - Intentional, longer-duration (multiple hours) off-trail hiking in thick, forested areas. | ||
'''EXPERT''' - Advanced bushwhacking but while carrying skis A-frame on a full pack. | '''EXPERT''' - Advanced bushwhacking but while carrying skis A-frame on a full pack. | ||
Latest revision as of 02:19, 11 September 2019
Defined in the glossary as "To make, or attempt to make, progress through thick coastal forest and undergrowth. See Fun (type II)."
Levels of bushwhacking, as defined by the VOC:
BEGINNER - Walking off-trail a minimal distance in order to relieve oneself privately. Also includes off-trail hiking in alpine or rocky areas.
INTERMEDIATE - Most often accidentally, perhaps because the main trail was lost or a potential shortcut may have been found.
ADVANCED - Intentional, longer-duration (multiple hours) off-trail hiking in thick, forested areas.
EXPERT - Advanced bushwhacking but while carrying skis A-frame on a full pack.