Outdoor Recreation Quiz

What is the primary reason people engage in outdoor recreational activities?

• To compete with others

• To fulfill academic requirements

• For personal satisfaction and pleasure

• To avoid technology

Which of the following is NOT an example of outdoor recreational activity mentioned in the text?

• Caving adventures

• Surfing

• Indoor rock climbing

• Whitewater rafting

What does the term 'Leave No Trace' refer to?

• A method of camping

• A set of outdoor ethics

• A hiking technique

• A type of ecotourism

While camping, you want to wash your dishes. What is the best practice according to Leave No Trace principles?

• Wash them directly in the stream or lake to save time.

• Scrub them with sand near the water's edge to avoid carrying water.

• Use biodegradable soap and wash them 200 feet away from any water source.

• Burn the leftover food scraps in the campfire.

You are setting up camp in a forested area. What is the most appropriate action?

• Clear a large patch of ground by cutting grass and shrubs for your tent..

• Camp in an already impacted site to minimize further disturbance.

• Build a rock wall around your tent for extra stability.

• ICreate a new site because the existing one looks unappealing.

On a trail, you encounter wildlife, such as a deer grazing nearby. What should you do?

• Approach the animal slowly to take a closer look or photo.

• Make loud noises to scare the animal away.

• Observe quietly from a distance without disturbing it.

• Feed the animal to ensure it has enough food.

What should individuals do with their waste during outdoor activities?

• Pack it in, pack it out

• Burn it on-site

• Leave it behind

• Bury it anywhere

Which of the following is a recommended practice when camping?

• Camp close to water bodies

• Use existing campsites

• Leave food scraps behind

• Create new trails

You are hiking with a group, and someone suggests taking a shortcut off the trail to save time. What should you do?

• Follow the suggestion to reach your destination faster.

• Insist on staying on the marked trail to prevent erosion and protect vegetation.

• Mark a new path for future hikers to use.

• Take the shortcut but step carefully to minimize damage.

You’re backpacking in an area where wildlife is common. What is the best way to store your food?

• Keep it in your tent to ensure easy access.

• Hang it in a tree or use a bear-proof container.

• Scatter it around your campsite to feed the wildlife.

• Leave it open on a picnic table for convenience.