Bear Safety
What should you NEVER do when you see a bear?
Run
Which layer protects you from rain?
Rain Shell
Is it better to build a shelter on low or high ground?
High
Name one part of the fire triangle.
Heat, fuel, oxygen
What is a National Park
Protected area set aside by the government
What is the best way to identify a grizzly bear?
Shoulder Hump
Which layer is worn closest to your skin?
Base Layer
Which direction should the back of your shelter face?
Into the wind
What is fire tinder?
Easily ignited material
Why are National Parks important?
Protect wildlife and ecosystems
What should you do if a black bear attacks?
Fight Back
It is 3°C and windy in the morning. Name 2 layers you should wear.
Base layer + fleece/down/rain shell
Why are angled tarps better in rain?
Water runs off easier
What size is kindling?
Pencil to thumb sized sticks
You are lost for 3 hours in light rain. What is your first priority?
Stay safe, dry, and visible; shelter
What should you do if a grizzly attacks?
Play Dead
Why is layering better than wearing one thick jacket?
Lets you adjust to changing conditions
Name 2 things that make a shelter stronger in wind.
Tight ropes, low profile, good anchors, wind block
Why does a fire need airflow?
Provides oxygen for combustion
A thunderstorm starts while hiking. What should you do?
Seek shelter and stay dry/safe
Name 3 ways to avoid bear encounters while hiking.
Make noise, hike in groups, carry bear spray, stay on trails, etc.
You are hiking 5 hours in 28°C weather. Name 4 essential items.
Water, sunscreen, hat, food, etc.
Your shelter collapses during a storm. What are 3 mistakes that may have caused it?
Loose lines, poor location, bad angle, weak anchors, etc.
Describe the correct process for fully extinguishing a fire.
Spread coals, drown, stir, check for heat
You forgot your stove on an overnight trip and it drops to -2°C. What items become most important?
Sleeping bag, shelter, layers, food, etc.