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| How much snow is required on a shelter for adequate information? |
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Definition
| 8 - 10" of snow is required on a shelter for good insulation. |
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| How do you treat superficial frostbite? |
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Definition
| Treat superficial frostbite by warming the area and protecting it. |
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| What is the first thing to check on a map? |
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| The legend is the first thing to check on a map. |
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| What sort of things will you find on a maps marginal information? |
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Definition
The following are some things you will find on a maps marginal information:
- Terrain Scale
- Distance Scale
- Vegetation Type
- Datum
- Symbology.
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| What are three important items found in the map legend? |
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Definition
| Terrain Scale, Symbols (map date), Datum |
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Term
| What does this symbol represent when signaling for help? "V" |
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Definition
| The symbol 'V' means 'need help.' |
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| What does this symbol represent when signaling for help? "X" |
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Definition
| The symbol 'X' means 'need medical help.' |
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| What does this symbol represent when signaling for help? "Y" |
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Definition
| The symbol 'Y' means 'Yes.' |
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| What does this symbol represent when signaling for help? "N" |
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Definition
| The symbol 'N' means 'No.' |
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| What does the acronym 'C.A.M.P.S.' stand for? |
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Definition
The acronym 'C.A.M.P.S.' stands for:
C - Contrast
A - Angularity
M - Meaning
P - Placement
S - Size |
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| What are some reasons to travel in a survival situation? |
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Definition
Some reasons to travel in a survival situation are:
- Last Ditch Effort
- To Avoid Danger
- To See Your Destination
- To Meet Your Needs
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Name the contours shown on this image:
[image] |
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| What does this symbol represent when signaling for help? "↑" |
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| This symbol "↑" means 'proceding this way.' |
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