WorksheetsBackpacking Quizz
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the optimal number of people for a backpacking trip
16-20
1
5-6
8-12
Why is it good to have a bigger group
weight distribution is easier
more people to help you if you get hurt.
more friends
you can scare away biker gangs
What is NOT a role for a trek crew.
Navigation
Grubmaster
Pack Mule
Safety
True or False: Too much planning and assigned roles ruins the fun of a backpacking trek.
True
False
Select all things that should be done before a trek.
Print out a map
Pack Dutch oven
Tell someone not on the trip.
Check weather forecast
Assume all your equipment is OK
What should you do to minimize risk DURING a trek
Keep an eye on the weather
Break up into small groups
Go off on side treks if you are ahead of schedule
Stay hydrated
What should you do in case of an emergency?
run off in different directions hoping to find cell signal
follow your emergency response plan
figure out who made the mistake and send them away
fend for yourself
There is no reason for someone outside the group to have a copy of your emergency response plan.
True
False
