parts of the raft
the raft
what is a type of boat mainly used for rapid water rafting
The long pole in the center of the paddle
What is a shaft
the most critical piece of gear for staying afloat in white water rafting?
what is a Life jacket
Your patrol leader assigns buddies before launching the raft and reminds everyone to stay together.
What is the buddy system?
You’re halfway through the trip when someone realizes they packed trail mix but forgot paddles.
What is poor planning?
the handles
what is the part you hold on to
the end of the paddle in the water
what is the blade tip
. Why should rafters wear helmets during white water rafting?
To protect against head injuries
You’re planning a rafting trip with your troop. Before you go, your Scoutmaster checks everyone's health forms and swimming ability.
What is a personal health review and swim test?
A raccoon steals your lunch while you’re admiring the rapids.
What is a surprise wildlife encounter?
the rocker
The connection between the pole and the blade.
What is the throat.
What is the purpose of a throw bag in rafting?
To rescue someone from the water
After lunch on the riverbank, your troop packs out all trash and avoids disturbing nearby nesting birds.
What is Leave No Trace?
Your patrol starts a splash war with another raft and ends up soaked before the first rapid.
What is pre-rapid chaos?
The ends of a raft
what is the kicker
The side of the blade
What is the sholder
Why is a whistle often attached to a life jacket?
To signal for help
you’re issued a properly fitted life jacket and taught how to secure it before entering the raft.
What is wearing a PFD (personal flotation device)?
Your Scoutmaster accidentally sits on the dry bag and pops a granola bar into the river.
What is snack sabotage?
The thwart
what are the seats in the raft called
The end of the paddle not in the water
What is a T-Grip
This waterproof container keeps your valuables and gear dry during the trip.
What is a dry bag?
A Scout falls into cold water and starts shivering uncontrollably. You help them out and wrap them in a dry blanket.
What is treating hypothermia?
You’re peacefully floating down the river when your patrol leader suddenly stands up, dramatically declares “I am the river king!”… and promptly falls in.
What is a lesson in humility?