Gear and Equipment
The standard temperature rating for a three-season sleeping bag
20 Degrees Fahrenheit
Multiple Choice: A wild plant that is a natural remedy for mosquito bites
Jewelweed
The Pacific Crest Trail spans how many states
3 (Cali, Oregon, Washington)
This food is the most calorie-dense backpacking food
Peanut Butter
The golden rule of Leave No Trace?
Pack it in, pack it out.
Multiple Choice: The recommended PSI for an inflatable sleeping pad to provide optimal insulation and comfort.
3-5 PSI
The universal distress signal used in the wilderness
Three of anything (whistle blasts, flashes, or fires)
The longest hiking-only trail in the world
The Great Trail (Canada)
This macronutrient provides the most calories per gram, making it the most energy-dense option for backpackers
Fats
The distance you should set up camp from a water source
200 feet
When choosing a backpacking stove, this fuel type is best suited for extreme cold temperatures
White gas (liquid fuel)
You should never run from this animal if encountered in the wilderness
Cougar (or Bear)
The highest point on the Appalachian Trail
Clingmans Dome
This common backpacking food has the highest natural protein-to-weight ratio, making it a great ultralight backpacking option
Jerky
Multiple Choice: When should you go off-trail while backpacking?
Only when necessary, such as for bathroom breaks, and while walking on durable surfaces
The primary reason a trekking pole with a cork grip is often preferred over foam or rubber
Cork absorbs sweat and conforms to the hand over time
The best way to protect yourself if caught outdoors in a lightning storm
Crouch on the balls of your feet with your heels touching
Which U.S. national scenic trail is the longest, stretching over 4,800 miles from North Dakota to Vermont?
North Country Trail
Multiple Choice: This food can be eaten raw in an emergency survival situation without cooking or preparation
Couscous
What you should do if you find a trail marker or cairn that appears to be newly built by another hiker
Leave it alone unless you are sure it is misleading or damaging the area
Multiple Choice: Sleeping Pad R-Values are not affected by this factor
The altitude of the campsite
Multiple Choice: Which of the following wild plants is NOT safe to eat in an emergency survival situation?
Amanita mushroom
This trail is considered the toughest section of the Appalachian Trail due to its steep, rocky terrain and extreme weather?
The White Mountains of New Hampshire
Multiple Choice: This food has the best balance of long shelf life, high calories, and minimal weight for a backpacking trip?
Trail mix with nuts and dried fruit
The Leave No Trace principles say this about campfires
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, and only burn small sticks that can be broken by hand.