A Camping Trip Trivia Quiz

Answer: A bucket of water

A bucket of water near the fire will help if a spark causes the fire to jump outside the fire pit. It can be doused before it spreads. The bucket should be made of metal. Campfires get very hot, and a plastic bucket might melt if it is close to the fire.

Answer: Keep it in a tree or in a vehicle

You need to guard your food to make sure that it doesn't attract animals. Hanging it up in a tree where they can't reach it, or placing it in a vehicle, will make sure that animals won't steal your food from you. You don't want to get hungry while camping if they steal all of your food!

Answer: A first aid kit

A first aid kit is really important to have when you go camping because there are many ways that you can cut or injure yourself while you are out there. Your favourite shirt, a good book, and a sketchbook might be nice to have too, but you can go camping without them. Be sure to have your first aid kit with you every time you go camping.

Answer: No

Water from lakes and streams usually has invisible pollution or bugs floating around in it. There are ways that you can make it safer to drink, but those ways need to be handled by an adult. Never drink directly from a lake or stream if you are camping.

Answer: S'mores

These delicious treats are a wonderful evening snack once you get the campfire going. They got their name because when you have one, you always want "Some More" (shortened to "S'more"). Be sure to have an adult's help when roasting marshmallows because they can sometimes catch fire.

Answer: A life jacket

Everyone in all types of boats should wear life jackets every time they are on the water. This means that even adults need to be reminded sometimes, so don't be shy about reminding them. Even if people know how to swim, they might get confused if unexpectedly dumped into the water.

The life jackets help to keep you afloat until you can either get back into the boat, or until help arrives.

Answer: No

Many wild mushrooms are poisonous. They can cause skin rashes if touched. They can also cause severe illness, or even death when eaten in some cases. The only mushrooms that you should eat are those that you purchase at the grocery store or at the market. If you find some mushrooms while walking around the campground, it is best to just leave them alone.

Answer: Sleep outside on the ground.

Sleeping under the stars should only be done with adults' permission in areas where wild animals will not threaten you at night. It is kind of fun to watch for shooting stars while you are falling asleep, but be sure to do it on clear nights with no rain in the forecast. Be sure you are warm enough too - it can get cooler outside than in tents and trailers.

Answer: A makeshift toilet with no running water.

Outhouses are usually about the size of a small closet. They typically have a bench structure inside with a hole in the middle that has a toilet seat on it. Beneath that is a relatively deep hole right into the ground. They are usually smelly places, so be sure to hold your breath if you have to use one!

Answer: Singing birds

Most campgrounds are found in wild areas that attract birds. Birds are early risers, often singing a few hours before the sun comes up. If you are in a tent or a camper with windows open, don't be surprised if you hear the chirping before you are ready to get up!