Pack
Golden rule for packing heavy items?
Close to your back and centered
How often should you brush your teeth in the field?
At least once a day
What direction does a compass needle always point?
North
Why should you tell someone your location before going on a hike?
For safety in case you get lost/injured
What does the Acronym BOLTS stand for?
Border, Orientation, Legend, Title, Scale
Three essential items that should be kept easily accessible.
First Aid Kit, Water, Snacks
What’s one key reason why foot hygiene is so important during field activities?
Prevents blisters, infections, trench foot
What are contour lines used for on a map?
To show elevation and shape of the land
What’s the first thing you should do if someone in your team gets injured in the field?
Ensure the scene is safe, then provide basic first aid if you're qualified.
True or False: You should always keep a full water bottle sealed at the bottom of your pack.
False – should be accessible
Why should wet clothes be kept separate from the rest of your gear?
What is "field hygiene"?
Keeping yourself and your environment clean to prevent illness in field conditions
What do the numbers in a 6-figure grid reference represent?
First three: easting, last three: northing
What weather signs might mean a storm is coming?
Dark clouds, sudden wind, drop in temperature
You’ve forgotten your toothbrush — what can you use instead?
Clean cloth or even finger with water; not ideal but acceptable
What is the purpose of using stuff sacks inside your pack?
Keeping gear organised and dry
What’s a safe way to dispose of waste in the field?
Bury biodegradable waste, pack out non-biodegradable items
You're facing a bearing of 270°. What direction are you facing?
West
You’re lost without a phone or map. What’s the safest thing to do?
Stay put, conserve energy, make yourself visible
How can you find the cardinal directions with an analog watch?
Face 12 at the sun, halfway between 12 and the hour hand is north
You only have room for one: rain jacket or extra socks. Which do you take and why?
CSGT Robinson to validate
Name the item you'd use to wash in the field without a shower.
Baby wipes
Describe how to orient a map using a compass.
Line up compass needle with north on the map; rotate the map to match true north
What are 3 key items you should carry to stay safe in the field?
First aid kit, water, whistle, map, compass
Explain how you’d teach a new cadet how to read a topographic map.
Answer should mention contour lines, symbols, legend, etc