UK Bushcraft Survival Skills

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https://www.bullmoosepatrol.com/bmp/2015/2/16/paul-kirtley-of-frontier-bushcraft

https://paulkirtley.co.uk/2011/bushcraft-knife-safety-for-children/

https://www.quora.com/Can-you-recommend-an-outdoor-survival-guide-for-the-UK-Most-on-the-market-seem-to-be-for-the-states-or-tropical-locations

https://paulkirtley.co.uk/2016/getting-started-with-bushcraft-kit-considerations-for-beginners/

Think you have what it takes to survive in the great British outdoors? Test your knowledge of bushcraft survival skills and see how prepared you are for the ultimate wilderness adventure.

1. What is an effective natural method for filtering water?

Boil the water for five minutes.

Filter through sand and charcoal.

Using commercial water tablets.

Solar disinfection.

2. Which plant is safe to eat in the UK?

Foxglove.

Hemlock.

Deadly Nightshade.

Common Dandelion.

3. What is the key reason for building a proper shelter?

Shelter from the weather.

Maintain body heat.

Create a work area.

Reduce insect exposure.

4. Which material is best for starting a fire in wet conditions?

Damp leaves.

Birch bark.

Green grass.

Wet wood.

5. What is a Millbank Bag used for?

Cooking wild rice.

Holding foraged herbs.

Storing dry tinder.

Filtering sediment from water.

6. Which type of knife is recommended for carving and crafting?

Folding pocket knife.

Serrated kitchen knife.

Multi-tool knife.

Fixed-blade knife.

7. What is the first step in treating a minor cut in the wilderness?

Leave it open to air.

Clean the wound.

Cover with a bandage immediately.

Apply pressure to stop bleeding.

8. What is a good natural material for signaling in the wilderness?

Brightly colored cloth.

Reflective metal.

Bird calls.

Large rocks.

9. Which natural feature can help you navigate without a map?

The position of the sun.

Flowing water direction.

Animal tracks.

Moss on trees.

10. What should always be carried when using a knife?

A backup knife.

A sheath or protective cover.

A first aid kit.

A pair of gloves.

11. What is an essential step before lighting a fire?

Building on a slope.

Clearing the area of debris.

Adding green leaves.

Using a large stick.

12. Which method is ineffective for purifying water?

Using water tablets.

Exposure to sunlight for hours.

Boiling.

Using a piece of cloth only.

13. Which tree's bark can you use as an emergency tinder?

Birch tree.

Maple tree.

Oak tree.

Pine tree.

14. What material is most effective for building a temporary shelter?

Dry leaves.

Large leaves.

Medium-sized branches.

Large branches.

15. Which plant is a good indicator of where to find water?

Pine trees.

Bamboo shoots.

Cacti.

Willow trees.

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