Shelter Smarts
Water Wisdom
Fire Fundamentals
Wildlife and Wilderness
SOS & Survival Signals
100
What’s the first thing you should look for when choosing a shelter location?
Safe and dry ground
100
How long can a human survive without water?
3 days.
100
What 3 things does fire need to burn?
Heat, Fuel and Oxygen.
100
What animal should you avoid making eye contact with if you encounter it?
Bear.
100
What color is the best for visibility in a survival signal?
Bright orange, or red.
200
What natural material can be used as insulation in a debris hut?
Leaves, or pine needles
200
How can you purify water in the wild?
Boil it, water filter, or purification tablets.
200
What is the best fire starter to keep in a survival kit?
Matches, lighter or a fire striker.
200
What should you do if you get lost?
Stay in one place and signal for help from the place you are staying.
200
What do three loud whistles or three fires in a triangle mean?
Distress signal/SOS
300
Why should you avoid building a shelter in a dry riverbed?
It could flood suddenly.
300
Is it safe to drink water that looks clear in a stream or lake?
NO, even if it looks clean, it will make you very sick unless you purify it first.
300
What type of wood should you look for to start a fire?
DRY twigs, or small pieces of wood.
300
What is the rule of 3s in survival?
3 mins without air, 3 days without water, 3 weeks without food.
300
How can you use the sun to make a signal?
With a mirror to create a flash signal.
400
What could a tarp be used for when building a shelter?
Roof, or a rain cover.
400
What are two signs of dehydration?
Dry mouth, dizziness, fatigue, and headaches.
400
What fire shape is best for cooking over the fire?
Teepee, or jog cabin fire.
400
Why should you not eat berries you do not recognize?
They could be poisonous.
400
How can you signal a helicopter for help with your body?
Lie down with your arms up in a "Y" shape.
500
What is one reason you might raise your sleeping area off the ground?
Staying dry, avoiding bugs, and retaining warmth.
500
When is the best time to collect dew water?
Morning.
500
Why should you build a fire in a ring or a pit?
To contain the fire, and prevent it from spreading.
500
What should you do if you encounter a snake?
Back away slowly, and don't touch it.
500
What should you write in the snow or sand to signal a plane?
Large "SOS" or "HELP"