Troop 358 Hiking Safety

What are good choices of food to take on a day hike?

• Trail mix

• Chocolate Almonds

• Granola

• Soda

• Cashews

What should you do BEFORE hiking?

(Not including Packing!)

• Familiarize yourself with the map and possible terrain. Check the weather to Be Prepared for any events.

• Look the map over and wait until the day of to see what the weather looks like. I mean, who needs a radar anyways?

• Watch the weather like a hawk, you NEVER know when it'll change on you. You don't need to look at the map since you'll be looking at it when you go.

• Screw it, I'm becoming Dora and winging it.

It is a collection of supplies and equipment that is used to give medical treatment.

• Navigation

• Repair Kit

• Emergency Shelter

• First Aid Kit

This is a long vigorous walk, usually on trails or footpaths, on the countryside.

• Camping

• Rowing

• Bicycling

• Hiking

What is leave no trace? (Select all that apllies)

• Clearing your search history

• Leaving a place better than you found it

• Putting bright ropes so you dont get lost

• Leaving wildlife alone

Why would it be important to tell someone where you are going when you go hinking?

What are some likely hazards you would run into while hiking?

What shoes should you wear? (Select all that apply)

• Shoes

• Flip flops

• Sandals

• Boots

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

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