BVC

BVC stands for Be Very Careful and is a safety marking placed on trail to warn hashers of an upcoming hazard. When you see this mark, pay extra attention to your surroundings.

Common Hazards

• Busy road crossings or intersections
• Steep drop-offs or unstable terrain
• Railroad crossings
• Construction zones or other obstacles

Variations

Marking	Meaning
BC	Be Careful — mild caution
BVC	Be Very Careful — serious hazard ahead
BVFC	Be Very F***ing Careful — extreme danger, pay full attention

Important

Unlike most hash marks which add fun and challenge to trail, BVC is a genuine safety warning. Hashers should always take these marks seriously regardless of how competitive or distracted they may be.

Related Terms

• Hare — responsible for placing safety warnings
• Check — another trail control mark
• Shiggy — rough terrain that may warrant a BVC