BSA "Hiking"

The Scout Basic Essentials can make every outdoor adventure better. Which of these is NOT part of Scout Basic Essentials?

• flashlight

• trail food

• water bottle

• chapstick

• sun protection

The most important meal for hiking might be ______.

• the breakfast you eat before you hit the trail.

• the many snacks you bring.

• the lunch you pack.

• the dinner when you return from the hike.

Choosing the appropriate fabrics for hiking is important. Outdoor clothing can be made of _____. (Check all that apply)

• wool

• cotton

• old blankets

• paper

• synthetic materials

Having save water to drink on the hike is important. If you run out of water and need to make water you find safer to drink there are three main options. Which is not something you should do?

• Bring to a full boil for at least 1 minute

• Sit it in the hot sun for at least 15 minutes

• Use a water filter

• Add water treatment tablets

Which type of material for clothing is fine for warm, dry weather, but once it is wet will not keep you warm?

• wool

• synthetics

• cotton

Which type of rain gear can help best shield your feet and lower legs from rain?

• pancho

• rain parka

• gaiters

• hat

• rain pants

Hiking boots will last a long time if you take care of them. Which is NOT something you should do when you return from a trip?

• unlace the boots and stretch the laces overnight

• remove mud or soil with a stiff brush

• allow them to dry at room temperature

• treat with a leather boot dressing

Hiking sticks and trekking poles can help while hiking. Which is NOT an advantage of these?

• push back branches as you hike

• add extra stability while wading in a stream

• lessen the strain on your knees

• hang your pack from as you hike

Having a trip plan is important and should be left with someone who isn't going on the hike. Which is NOT something that should be in the trip plan?

• What you are eating for meals

• Where you are going

• Who is going with you

• What you are taking

• When you will go and return

Wearing a thin inner sock underneath your hiking socks can help to: (Select the best TWO)

• wick moisture away from the skin

• reduce friction and decrease blisters

• make your feet smell nice

• prevent nails from sticking into your feet