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GGNZ Outdoor Skills Revision 1
GGNZ Outdoor Skills Revision 1
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1
Which of these is the right way to leave a campsite?
All gear left there for next time
Leave no trace behind
Fire not put out
Covered in trash
2
What is this knot called?
Square Knot
Sheet Bend
Clove Hitch
Reef Knot
3
What is the best walking speed?
Just a comfortable speed
As fast as the slowest group member
Slightly faster than normal to keep warm
Slightly slower than normal to enjoy scenery
4
What are the advantages of feet first pack floating?
You can see where your going
You can use your legs to push off rocks
Your less likely to hit your bum on the rocks
Your more likely to get your feet trapped
5
When lying on the ground, you will lose most of your heat through...
All of these
Shivering
Mumbling
Blue lips
6
What is a suitable amount of water to carry on a day walk?
None; Just drink from streams
1 - 2 litres
1/2 - 1 litre
2 -3 litres
7
What is the definition of a bivouac?
A cooking utensil for cooking over fires
A place, usually a civilian's house or other nonmilitary facility
A temporary camp without a tent or an improvised shelter
A ship's allotted place at a wharf or dock.
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What is Incorrect about polypropylene?
It dries very quickly
It is light
It gets heavy when wet
It is made from oil by product
9
What is the first part of the tent you set up?
Tent
Ground sheet
Fly
Body
10
How many degree's are on a compass?
180
100
360
365
11
What type of maps do we use in the bush?
Topo maps
Geo maps
Land survey maps
Weather maps
12
What should you always do when you put away a tent?
Make sure all zippers are zipped
Make sure you have all of the pegs
Make sure you have all of the stuff sacs
Make sure you have swept out all of the dirt inside
13
What is the scale of a Topo50 map?
1:5000
1:50
1:50,000
1:500
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What is a PLB?
Patrol Leaders Badge
Practice Leaf Blower
Personal Locator Beacon
Paranormal Log Book
15
What does the SAP stand for?
Safety Action Plan
Sound Around Plants
Safe and Proactive
SAP comes from trees
16
Whats the bottom of your Silva compass called?
Base plate
Orientation plate
Bottom
Directional degree
17
Why are branches and strainers a hazard?
Water flows through but solid objects do not.
Diverts the river flow
Catches all the noodles
Can become dislodged
18
According to the 3-3-3 rule, how long can you survive without water?
3 weeks
3 months
3 days
3 hours
19
The curved lines on a topographic map are what?
Contour bridges
Contour Lines
Detour Lines
Mountain Lines
20
Layering is the best way to control body temperature while tramping?
False
True
21
What are some resources you can use to plan your hiking trip ahead of time?
Internet
Area guide books
Local outfitters
All of the above
22
What should you know about your tramping buddies?
Their allergies
All of these
Their experience
Their phone number
23
A magnetic compass is used to determine or find the direction of ____.
South
East
North
West
24
It is safe to throw items into a fire as long as it will burn?
True
False
25
You have walked all day and finally arrive at your campsite. Where do you set your tent up?
Down by the river
Next to the toilet
On durable grassy ground
Amongst the trees
26
When going to the toilet outdoors, at least, how far should we go from the stream or waterway?
50 metres
20 metres
100 metres
35 metres
27
Which is correct when undertaking a River Crossing?
Pack Shoulder Straps should be loosened
Pack Hip Belt should be done up
Pack Chest Strap should be undone
Arms between pack and back grasping neighbours waist belt
28
Which part of the tent keeps you dry from rain falling?
The bottom
The inside
The fly
The body
29
What is the purpose of a map key?
To show the map scale
To make your map look pretty
To show directions on a map
To show images of what something represents on a map
30
What are three things we should consider when choosing food for tramping?
Glucose, carbohydrates, energy
Fats, sugar, water
Protein, carbohydrates, fats
Iron, protein, sugar
31
We are tramping, to minimize the effect we have on the environment you should...
Cut corners to make the walk easier
Stay on established tracks
Bury rubbish
Wear appropriate shoes
32
Which clothing item is not suitable for a winter tramp?
Woolen shirt
Cotton hoodie
Fleece shirt
Polypropylene shirt
33
Which of these is one of the care codes?
Reforestation
Leave no trace
Boil water
Leave only footprints
34
What is important in choosing a campsite?
Type of forest
History of a campsite
Water Availability
Distance from the main road
35
In NZ, which of these winds is the coldest?
Southerly
Westerly
Northerly
Easterly
36
It is not possible to create a totally risk free environment, it is possible to manage risks
We can avoid risks
There is no such thing as risk free
We can reduce risks
We can tolerate some risks
37
Why are undercut banks dangerous?
Can collapse
Hard to exit river
Diverts the river flow
Makes the river faster
38
What is a six figure grid reference?
The sixth figure
Six digits used to find a location on a map
A GPS location on a map
I have no idea
39
Which of the following is NOT a way to keep your clothes dry in you pack?
Ziploc bags
Pack cover
Paper bag
Pack liner / Rubbish bag
40
You are unsure about the water supply at your campsite. You should....
Don't drink any water
Risk it
Use you water purification tablets
Bring the water to a rolling boil for 3 minutes
41
What is a blood circle?
A circle of blood
Area of a crime scene
The proper safe distance around a person using a knife or axe
Area around a bleeding person
42
Which of the following should be near the top of your pack?
Heavy objects
Camp stove
Sleeping bag
Rain gear
43
Which types of bag provides a tighter fit and keeps the sleeper warm?
None of these
Down Bag
Mummy bag
Synthetic Bag
44
What is the golden rule for crossing rivers?
If in doubt stay out
Always cross
Cross with friends
Too high swim
