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<b>1. <section begin=req1 /><noinclude></noinclude>Discuss with your instructor the meaning of the motto: "Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints."<br />
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<b>2. <section begin=req2 /><noinclude></noinclude>Know the essentials of proper clothing, shoes, and rain gear to use in backpacking.<br />
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<b>3. <section begin=req3 /><noinclude></noinclude>Know the principles in selecting a good quality backpack. In an emergency, what might be used in place of a backpack?<br />
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<b>4. <section begin=req4 /><noinclude></noinclude>Know the essential items to be taken on a backpack trip.<br />
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<b>5. <section begin=req5 /><noinclude></noinclude>What kind of sleeping bag and pad are best for your camping area? Know at least three kinds of each that are available.<br />
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<b>6. <section begin=req6 /><noinclude></noinclude>Know how to pack a pack properly.<br />
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<b>7. <section begin=req7 /><noinclude></noinclude>What types of food are best for backpacking? Visit a grocery store and list the foods found there that are suitable for backpacking. With your instructor:<br />
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:<b>a. <section begin=req7a /><noinclude></noinclude>Prepare a menu for a weekend backpack trip using foods obtained from a grocery store.<br />
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:<b>b. <section begin=req7b /><noinclude></noinclude>Learn the techniques of measuring, packaging, and labeling backpack foods for your trip.<br />
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:<b>c. <section begin=req7c /><noinclude></noinclude>Make a trail snack.<br />
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<b>8. <section begin=req8 /><noinclude></noinclude>Know the prevention and symptoms of, and the first aid for: <br />
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:<b>a. <section begin=req8a /><noinclude></noinclude>Sunburn<br />
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:<b>b. <section begin=req8b /><noinclude></noinclude>Blisters<br />
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:<b>c. <section begin=req8c /><noinclude></noinclude>Frostbite<br />
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:<b>d. <section begin=req8d /><noinclude></noinclude>Hypothermia<br />
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:<b>e. <section begin=req8e /><noinclude></noinclude>Heat stroke<br />
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:<b>f. <section begin=req8f /><noinclude></noinclude>Heat exhaustion<br />
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:<b>g. <section begin=req8g /><noinclude></noinclude>Snake bite<br />
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:<b>h. <section begin=req8h /><noinclude></noinclude>Cramps<br />
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:<b>i. <section begin=req8i /><noinclude></noinclude>Dehydration<br />
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<b>9. <section begin=req9 /><noinclude></noinclude>Have a first aid kit in your pack and know how to use it.<br />
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<b>10. <section begin=req10 /><noinclude></noinclude>According to your weight, what is the maximum number of pounds you should be allowed to carry?<br />
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<b>11. <section begin=req11 /><noinclude></noinclude>Know three ways to find direction without a compass. Demonstrate at least two.<br />
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<b>12. <section begin=req12 /><noinclude></noinclude>Show the proper way to put on and take off a backpack alone and with a partner.<br />
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<b>13. <section begin=req13 /><noinclude></noinclude>Participate in a weekend backpack trip of at least five miles (8 km) to a site not accessible by a vehicle and cook your own meals. <noinclude></noinclude><section end=req13 /></b><br />
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