Part 2 — Answer key

Compare your answers after you have finished Part 1.

1. At an organized summer camp, what does “color war” usually refer to?
   A multi-day team competition
2. A headlamp is often safer than a flashlight at camp because it keeps your hands free.
   True
3. Leave No Trace is best described as what kind of thing?
   A set of principles for reducing outdoor impact
4. Smothering a campfire with dirt is the best way to make sure it is fully out.
   False
5. On a boating day at most camps, what is the simplest rule that prevents a lot of serious accidents?
   Wear a properly fitted PFD
6. At a camp waterfront, the buddy system means you are responsible for knowing where your buddy is at all times in the swim area.
   True
7. If you get separated from your group in the woods, which item is often the quickest way to get attention without shouting yourself hoarse?
   A whistle
8. How do you know a campfire is truly out before you leave it unattended?
   The ashes are cold to the touch
9. In hot weather, thirst can lag behind your body’s actual need for fluids.
   True
10. A cabin has a wave of sniffles going around. Which habit most directly cuts down the spread of germs?
    Frequent handwashing
11. Rock, gravel, dry grass, and snow are generally considered “durable surfaces” for camping and travel.
    True
12. For a typical blister from hiking, you should cut off the blister roof right away so it can “air out.”
    False
13. A quick PFD fit check for a child is to fasten it, then gently tug up at the shoulders. A good fit means:
    It stays in place and does not slip up
14. Ticks should be removed by twisting them out slowly so the head does not break off.
    False
15. A sleeping bag’s temperature rating is best interpreted as:
    A rough lower limit assuming you use a sleeping pad and appropriate layers
16. You wash dishes at a campsite near a lake. Which approach best matches Leave No Trace?
    Wash well away from the water, strain scraps, and scatter gray water
17. Feeding wild animals at camp can make them safer because they become used to people.
    False
18. The “fire triangle” describes the three things a fire needs, heat, fuel, and oxygen.
    True
19. You see an invite that says “trainingslager” and mentions double practice sessions and coaches reviewing footage. What kind of camp is being described?
    A sports training camp focused on conditioning
20. A sudden rainstorm soaks your campsite, but you need to light a stove with a backup campfire for warmth. What is usually the best “find-it-not-carry-it” tinder in wet woods?
    Dry inner bark from a dead standing tree
21. During a lightning storm, standing under a single isolated tall tree is a safer choice than being in the open.
    False
22. You are about to launch a canoe when you notice a camper’s PFD is buckled but loose. What should you fix first?
    Tighten and adjust so it cannot ride up over the chin
23. You are doing a last sweep of your campsite before heading home. Which “invisible” item is one of the most common pieces of litter people miss?
    Microtrash like twist ties and corners of wrappers
24. At a cabin-based summer camp, a counselor realizes one camper did not arrive back from the archery range with the group. What is the best first move?
    Do an immediate headcount and notify camp leadership per the camp plan
25. For a minor burn from a hot pan, cooling the burn under cool running water for several minutes is a recommended first-aid step.
    True
26. You are choosing a tent spot near a popular lake. Which choice best fits Leave No Trace guidelines?
    On a durable surface well away from the shoreline
27. You see the word “trainingslager” in a camp description. Which expectation best matches that setting?
    A sports-focused training camp with coached practices and conditioning
28. Grease flares up in your skillet on a camp stove. What is the safest immediate response?
    Smother it by covering the pan and turning off the fuel
29. A clear, cold stream is always safe to drink if it looks clean.
    False
30. You are using a paper map and a compass on a cloudy day. What does it mean to “orient the map” before you start navigating?
    Line up the map’s north with actual north on the ground
31. A raccoon got into your campsite last night, and you realize someone kept snacks in their sleeping bag. What is the best prevention for tonight?
    Store all food and scented items in the designated storage (locker, canister, or hang) away from sleeping areas
32. A bear hang works best when the bag is kept both off the ground and away from the trunk or supporting branch.
    True
33. During a long hike, a camper becomes pale, sweaty, and dizzy, but is still alert. What should you do first?
    Move them to shade, cool them, and give small sips of water
34. In the middle of a buddy check at the swim area, one buddy pair cannot locate their partner. What is the safest immediate response?
    Alert staff immediately and follow the emergency action plan
35. You need to poop while camping away from established toilets. Which choice best matches common Leave No Trace guidance?
    Use a cathole about 6 to 8 inches deep well away from water, trails, and camp
36. If you get lost in the woods, the best strategy is to keep walking downhill until you hit a road or a river.
    False
37. After washing dishes at a backcountry campsite, you have a pot of strained “greywater” left. What is the most Leave No Trace-friendly way to dispose of it?
    Scatter it broadly at least 200 feet from water, camp, and trails
38. You are setting up a family-style campsite near a river for two nights. Which layout best reduces impact and problems with wildlife?
    Cook and store food away from sleeping areas, and keep waste managed and packed out
39. You hear thunder while campers are in the lake at the waterfront. What should happen right away?
    Get everyone out of the water and to a safer shelter immediately
40. You need to pass a pocketknife to someone at camp. What is the safest way to do it?
    Close it (or sheath it) and pass handle-first
41. After an unexpected cold rain, a camper is shivering and says they feel clumsy. What is an early sign you should take seriously?
    Shivering
42. You are planning a weekend campout in a popular area where fires are sometimes restricted and permits can be required. Which action best fits the Leave No Trace principle “Plan ahead and prepare”?
    Check regulations and conditions before you go, then pack accordingly
43. A windy night is coming and you are pitching a tent in an exposed campground. Which setup choice most improves stability?
    Use stakes and guylines, and keep the tent’s lower profile facing the wind
44. After removing a tick from a camper, what is the best next step?
    Clean the area, note the date, and monitor for rash or fever
45. You filtered creek water for dinner, but several campers still get stomach issues on multi-day trips. Which overlooked habit most often causes this?
    Poor hand hygiene before eating
46. At a hot-weather training camp, an athlete has been chugging water all morning, barely peeing, and now has a headache, nausea, and puffy fingers. What is the most likely problem?
    Hyponatremia from overhydration
47. You arrive at a dispersed campsite on public land with no established fire ring, and you notice the ground is covered in dry needles. Fires are allowed, but conditions are dry. What is the most Leave No Trace aligned choice?
    Skip the fire and use a stove, or use an existing durable fire surface if one exists
48. Your map shows true north, but your compass points to magnetic north. What do you need to account for so your bearings match the map?
    Magnetic declination
49. Your canoe flips in very cold lake water. In the first minute, what is often the biggest danger even for strong swimmers?
    Cold shock, including uncontrolled gasping and rapid breathing
50. You brought a 20°F sleeping bag, but you feel cold at 35°F. Which reason is most likely?
    You are missing ground insulation, like a sleeping pad with enough R-value
51. You are camping in bear country above tree line where there are no bear lockers and no trees suitable for a hang. What is the best way to store food overnight?
    Use a bear canister stored away from your sleeping area