General
Scouting
Scouting
Who is the founder of Scouting?
Lord Baden Powell
Burning is preferable, burial is acceptable
May cut along the center between stripes and around the union
What should you NOT do in the case of a nosebleed?
Tilt your head back
What are two natural indicators of hazardous weather?
Nimbus clouds, strong winds, lightening, reddish sunsets, etc.
What is a common poisonous plant found in Georgia?
Poison oak, poison sumac, poison ivy
What is the unofficial addition to the "10 essentials"?
A buddy!
When is the American flag flown at half mast?
In response to a national tragedy
(BONUS 100 pts: Memorial Day from sunrise to noon)
How do you remove a tick?
Use tweezers to grab as closely to the head as possible, then gently pull up until the tick comes loose
Name 5 of the 10 essentials.
DOUBLE OR NOTHING: Name all of the 10 essentials.
First Aid kit, Map/Compass, Pocket knife, Extra food, Extra clothing, Rain gear, Water storage, Light source, Matches/Fire starter, Sun protection
When going on an outdoor adventure, what is the first thing you need to consider?
Where and when you are going
How many merit badges are required to get to Eagle Rank?
21
True or False: The American flag should be flown above all other flags, including state flags and flags of other nations.
False -- all national flags should be flown at equal height
DAILY DOUBLE
What is the RICE method and what is it used to treat?
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
Used to treat sprains and strains
What is the purpose of a clove hitch?
Begins and ends many lashings
What is the third principle of Leave No Trace?
Dispose of Waste Properly
DAILY DOUBLE
What do the three fingers used in the Scout sign represent?
Duty to God and country
Duty to others
Duty to self
When should a flag be flown?
All days, especially national holidays
What are the 4 kinds of "hurry cases"?
Spinal injuries
Stopped breathing/heartbeat
Severe bleeding
Poisoning
What are the three categories of swimming abilities?
Non-swimmer, Beginner, Swimmer
How far from bodies of water (including potable water sources) should you dispose of dishwater?
200 ft
What is the age range of youth who can join Scouts BSA?
11-17 years old
How should the American flag be placed when a speaker is present?
Two possible answers:
Above and behind the speaker
Advance of the audience to the speaker's right
What are the 5 most common signs of a heart attack?
Pressure/burning in the chest
Unusual sweating
Nausea
Shortness of breath
Feeling of weakness
What are the three R's of personal safety and protection?
Recognize, respond, report
Correctly recite the Outdoor Code.
As an American, I will do my best to -
Be clean in my outdoor manners.
Be careful with fire.
Be considerate in the outdoors.
Be conservation minded.