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Name three things you can use to figure out your location when you are lost.
Compass, map, sun, moss, GPS
When hiking or camping what color of clothing should you wear to help locate you easier.
Bright Color Clothing
What is the difference between shelter and warmth?
A shelter conserves heat, while warmth adds it
What are the two injuries/illnesses that result from prolonged exposure to cold weather?
Frostbite and hypothermia
Name three things you can eat that can be found in typical forest survival situations.
Insects, grasses, seeds, acorns, berries
List the 5 things you need to make a compass.
Needle, magnet, cork, dish, water
List three items that can be used to signal for help.
Flare, fire/smoke, CD, mirror, whistle
Name three things a shelter should protect you from.
Sun, wind, precipitation, animals, plants
What are the two illnesses that result from prolonged exposure to severe heat?
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke
What should you avoid when collecting insects to eat?
Bright colors, hair, and pungent odors
Which side of a tree does moss grow thicker and greener?
South
What is the international distress signal?
Three short flashes
What is an important factor to consider when gathering materials for a shelter?
Conservation
What are the symptoms of severe hypothermia?
Confusion, unconsciousness, no longer shivering
Is it better to eat objects of nature raw or to cook them?
It depends on the season, but cooking them is the safest bet to kill any fungus, bacteria, or parasites
What direction are you headed if you are walking directly away from the sun at noon in the northern hemisphere?
North.
Describe how you use a reflective object to send a distress signal.
Tilt the mirror towards the sun and direct the light reflection toward potential rescuers
Is it better to sleep on a bed of pine needles and grass outside or on the ground inside a tent?
On the bed of pine needles and grass outside
How do you treat heat stroke?
Call for immediate medical attention, submerge in cool water, wrap in cool, wet sheet
Why are nuts a staple food for trail mixes?
They are high in protein, fatty acids, and fiber
Name one of the two methods not previously mentioned in earlier questions of finding north when determining which direction your needle points in your compass.
The North Star Method; The Shadow Method
How does Rose signal for help in the movie Titanic?
A whistle
What types of clothing provide the best shelter against cold?
Wool or synthetic materials, layers, mittens, hats, and sturdy shoes
How can you tell how far away a lightning storm is?
Count the number of seconds between the flash of light and the clap of thunder; divide this by five to find the number of miles away the storm is
When should you avoid eating in a survival situation?
If you aren't absolutely certain about the identity of a plant, if you don't have any fluids to drink