10 Essentials
Watch your hands while using this tool, used to cut many objects.
What is a pocketknife?
The Golden Gate Bridge, Washington Monument, and Mount Everest are all examples of this.
What are landmarks?
Oh no! My meat is raw, and I forgot to pack a stove somehow?!! All I have are matches and a bunch of wood. What can I use to cook the meat?
What is a fire?
This universal language consisting of dots and dashes can be extremely helpful in calling for help.
What is Morse Code?
What is 20-30 minutes?
Use this to treat minor injuries. Keep a look out for that bright red color!
What is a first aid kit?
This piece of paper is on a whole 'nother scale in finding your location. What a legend!
What is a map?
Oh, I'm so tired! But it's so cold outside! What can I use to sleep warmly and comfortably?
What is a sleeping bag?
Fires have many important uses, including cooking, warmth, light, and this.
What are smoke signals?
They don't have to be your friend, but they're essential to make sure you don't get lost.
What is the buddy system?
Boost your energy with carbohydrates and electrolytes through this important essential.
What is trail food?
You may be about 15 degrees off using this tool, but hey! It's better than nothing!
My legs are burning! I just finished a hike and I'm ready to set up camp! Where can I set up my tent?
Get a pilot's attention by using a knife to do this.
What is flashing?
Write this down on paper and make sure everything follows this.
What is a plan?
Three short bursts is the universal code for help when using this tool.
What is a whistle?
Ursa Major's little brother contains this right on its tail.
It's so windy today! I feel like my tent is about to be blown away! My stakes are in, but how can I stabilize my tent better?
What are guylines?
We're not talking about SZA when we refer to this term.
What is SOS
In America, stay left when walking on these.
What are roads?
These types of tools use many different materials to work, including phosphorus, butane, or steel
What is a fire starter?
It's big when the sun is low, and small when it is high!
What is a shadow?
Ugh. I really need to, erm, go. What can I use to, um, relieve myself?
What is a cathole?
Instead of skipping rocks, use stones to do this.
What is making shapes?
Ships have one of these, so should your hiking party.
What is an anchor?