First Aid
What is the first aid tool used to treat blisters?
Moleskin, which is placed over the hot spot or blister in order to keep it from forming/popping.
Demonstrate tying a square knot.
Most commonly used to connect two ropes together.
What is one of the most important things for a patrol to do before going on a campout? (In terms of making sure all necessary cooking supplies are taken).
Checking the patrol box beforehand.
What is one of the most important things that is needed on a backpacking trip?
Water
How do you safely remove a tick?
Use tweezers to grab the tick as close to the mouth as possible, then wash with warm water and soap afterward.
What is unique about the taut-line hitch?
It is adjustable.
Who's job is it to make sure all materials the the grubmaster needs are brought to a campout?
The Patrol.
Why is having broken-in, already worn boots important for Philmont?
To prevent blisters and foot problems.
Demonstrate proper CPR.
30 compressions, followed by two breaths.
Which knot is used at the beginning and end of a basic lashing?
The clove hitch.
What is the order of the liquids in the KP buckets?
Soap, Bleach, Water.
What is the order of equipment that a person should pack their backpack in? (What goes on the bottom, middle, top?)
Heavier equipment like tents and sleeping bags should go on the bottom and more immediate equipment like a rain jacket and first aid kit should go on top.
What is the recovery position for someone in shock or unable to move?
Extend the person's lower arm in line with their body and grasp the leg closest and bend it up, then slowly roll them away from you so that the person is lying on the side.
What is the most important step to create a good lashing?
Keeping the rope taut and the lashings tightly wrapped.
When making the menu, what is the grubmaster's job in terms of preparing the correct food for their patrol members?
What state is Philmont Scout Ranch located in?
New Mexico
Briefly explain the two different ways of clearing an object from a person's throat if they are choking and are unable to breathe, speak, or cough.
1. Stand behind and place arm across the chest and shoulder of the person; lean them forward and strike their back between the shoulder blades with the heel of your hand.
2. Stand behind the person and position your arms around their waist; make a fist and place thumb side against their stomach below the rib cage and thrust inward and upward.
Demonstrate how to tie a tie.
An important life skill.
What is the internal temperature of ground meat have to be in order to have been safely cooked thoroughly?
160 degrees F
What are the principles that all people backpacking should follow at all times?
The Leave No Trace Principles.