Survival Gear
This tool helps you find directions using north, south, east, and west.
What is a compass?
Dark clouds and thunder mean you should look for this.
What is safe shelter?
If you see a wild animal, you should do this instead of running toward it.
What is stay back and give it space?
This is the first thing your body needs to survive, and you should always carry a bottle of it.
Answer: What is water?
If you realize you're lost, the first thing to do is this.
What is stay calm?
This helps protect your feet while hiking.
What are hiking boots (or sturdy shoes)?
This layer keeps you warm by trapping body heat.
What is a jacket (or warm clothing)?
This food-smelling item should stay packed away so it doesn't attract wildlife.
What is snacks (or food)?
If you are lost, the best thing to do is stay calm and remember this four-letter word: Stop, Think, Observe, Plan.
Answer: What is STOP?
Instead of wandering around, it is usually safer to do this.
What is stay where you are?
This light source works even after the sun goes down.
What is a flashlight (or headlamp)?
Drinking water straight from a river or lake can make you sick because it may contain these tiny living things.
What are germs (or bacteria, parasites, or microorganisms)?
Running away from this big cat or bear can make it chase you.
What is a wild predator?
This bright-colored object can help rescuers find you by making you easier to see.
Answer: What is a brightly colored jacket (or shirt, blanket, or flag)?
Three fires, three whistle blasts, or three flashes are recognized as this.
What is a distress signal?
This small kit often contains bandages, antiseptic wipes, and gauze.
What is a first aid kit?
Cotton clothes are not the best choice when hiking because they do this when wet.
What is stay wet and make you colder?
You should never try to feed these creatures, even if they look friendly.
What are wild animals?
Three loud blasts on this object is a universal signal for help.
Answer: What is a whistle?
This shiny object can reflect sunlight to help rescuers spot you.
What is a mirror (or signal mirror)?
This tool can help you safely cut rope or prepare kindling, but should only be used with adult supervision.
What is a pocketknife (or multi-tool)?
This rule reminds hikers to leave nature as they found it by packing out all trash.
What is Leave No Trace?
If you find a baby animal alone, you should usually do this.
What is leave it alone and tell an adult?
This should always be told to an adult before you go hiking so they know where to look if you're late.
What is your hiking plan (or where you're going and when you'll return)?
Building this can help protect you from rain, wind, and cold.
What is a shelter?