Hiking
What is the name for proper footwear used when hiking?
Hiking Boots
What is the proper name of the North Star?
Polaris
As an American
What infection may you get if you eat raw meat?
Salmonella
What is the first thing you should do when someone gets hurts or during an emergency?
Assess the situation
How many kilometers are in a mile?
1.6km
How many degrees off true north is the North Star?
1 degree
How deep should a cathole be?
6-8 inches
What are 3 types of fuel for camp stoves?
Kerosene, Butane, and Propane
In what substance should you store a tooth if it falls out or is broken and needs to be saved?
Milk
At what elevation is altitude sickness common when going from low to high altitude?
8,000ft
How many meteors will fall per hour during the Perseid Meteor Shower?
60-120 per hour
how far should you be from water sources or camp when disposing of dishwater?
200 feet
What is a reliable storage system of food when camping in regions with bears?
Bear Canisters
What is a common injury found on the foot after walking a long-distance?
Blister
What is something you must check a week in advance when preparing for a hike?
Weather Conditions/Forecast
What is the date of the “Ring of Fire” annular solar eclipse?
June 10, 2021
what should be made for using the restroom when staying in a specific spot for more than one night in the backcountry?
A Latrine
4 ways to treat water while backpacking?
Boiling, water purification tablets, water filter, and UV rays/penlight
What are 3 Common poisonous plants with urushiol?
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, and Poison Sumac
How many total miles must one hike to earn the Hiking Merit Badge?
70 miles
What are the 7 Greek words signifying the different stars that constitute the Little Dipper?
Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, Epsilon, Zeta, Eta
if there are no durable surfaces and no designated campsite what type of camping should be practiced?
Dispersed camping
What does the abbreviation C. stand for when cooking?
Cups
What is the phone number for poison control?
(800) 222-1222