Water Safety/Surfing
How do you signal for help when in the water?
Raise your hand in a fist
The fuel that is used when cooking with a Trangia stove
Methylated Spirits
When riding on the road, what side should you always ride on in Australia?
Left
What are at least 3 things you should take on a overnight hike?
Clothes, food, water etc.
It’s okay to leave fruit peels or food scraps in nature because they are biodegradable.
FALSE
What should you do if you find yourself caught in a rip current while swimming at the beach?
- signal for help
- swim parallel to the shore until out of the current
Name at least 3 parts of a Trangia.
eg. spondoolie, pot, windshield, tongs, fuel well, simmer ring, strap
Before riding, what simple check should you do to make sure your bike is safe?
ABC check (Air, Brakes, Chain)
What are three considerations when there is not a designated fire spot
Spot protected from gusts of wind, dig down minimum one foot, surround pit with rocks
What should you do with your rubbish when hiking or camping?
Dispose of it correctly if their is bin provided otherwise you musy take all rubbish home.
What is the number 1 rule of surfing?
- Never surf alone
Close the simmer lid or burn out the fuel.
What hand signal do you use to show you're turning right?
Hold hand out straight to the right
Name 3 consideration of tent site selections
wind, water,slope,foliage, ground make-up
Why is it important to stay on marked trails?
Prevent erosion
What colour are the flags you swim between on the beach and what flags for surfing?
Red and yellow
Black and White
Name three safety precautions when using a trangia.
eg. Correct usage, use the simmer ring, don't use near low hanging trees, Tie hair back
When approaching a stop sign at an intersection, what must a bike rider do?
What are the components of a fire
heat, oxygen, fuel
Name two ways to respect wildlife when spending time in nature
Observe from a distance and do not feed them
How can you identify a rip current compared to normal water currents at the beach?
- differences in water colour
- choppiness (wave/whitewash)
-rips are darker, calmer and fewer waves breaking
Which country invented the trangia?
Sweden
What is the difference between a pedestrian green light and a bike green light? What should you do for each?
The pedestrian light - you have to dismount off your bike and walk.
Bike light - you are allowed to ride.
Name the steps for a safe fire.
water source and shovel nearby, collect materials , build fire structure, keep fire under control, never leave a fire unattended
There are 7 leave no trace principles - name at least 5.
Plan Ahead and Prepare
Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
Dispose of Waste Properly
Leave What You Find
Minimize Campfire Impact
Respect Wildlife
Be Considerate of Others