Swimming
Name the first rule of Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat...
Adult Supervision
How many degrees are on a compass?
360
Name a common troop breakfast menu that does not meet the food pyramid requirements.
Poptarts
What must be worn by all boaters?
PFD (lifejacket)
What knot do you use to tie 2 pieces of rope that are different widths together
What must all scouts complete prior to swimming in deep water?
What cardinal direction is 180 degrees?
South
Name three heat sources that could be used for camp cooking
Fire, backpacking, stove, 2 burner stove, charcoal
What is the rear of a boat called?
Stern
What knot is adjustable and is useful for tying down tarps or tents to ground stakes?
Tautline
What should all swimmers have within a few arms reach at all times while swimming?
A Swim buddy of equal swim ability
A back azimuth or bearing of 240 degrees would result in what azimuth or bearing?
60 degrees
Name three of the 10 cooking methods
baking, broiling, boiling, pan frying, simmering, steaming, microwaving, grilling, foil cooking, and use of a dutch oven
Where must a canoe or rafting paddler hold their paddle?
On TOP of the t-grip and about shoulder width apart down the shaft
What knot is most commonly used to tie into a climbing harness?
Figure Eight follow through
What medical condition is likely while swimming in natural waters?
Hypothermia
What do consecutive contour lines indicate on a map?
Changes in elevation
What part of camp cooking MUST be supervised by an adult?
Lighting of a stove
Name 3 safety items that should be carried on a boat of any kind
Whistle, throw bag, first aid kit
What knot is created when "the bunny comes out of the hole, around the tree, and back in the hole"?
Bowline
Describe how you would treat hypothermia in a swimmer whom has been rescued from a cool river..
Dry off.. add insulation.. sun shine if possible.. heat source.. reflective emergency blanket
What does the term declination mean?
The difference between true and magnetic north
Name all 5 of the food groups found on the MyPlate food guide
Fruits, vegetables, Grains, Proteins, Dairy
Name the 5 water rescue methods in order of risk
Reach, Throw, Row, Go, Helo
What knot is used to "shorten" a rope without actually cutting the rope?
Sheep shank