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3 Star Quiz :- Number 3

Equipment

What are the main characteristics of dayboats?

Why is a neoprene spraydeck useful?

Safety

Will HM Coastguard automatically start a search for an overdue group?

What does the BCU recommend to be the minimum number of flares carried by a group?

Hypothermia / First Aid

How can you assess if someone is Hypothermic

What is Hyperthermia?

Is it true that no laws of trespass exist in Scotland?

Environment

What is the name given to the guidelines to sensible canoeing?

What is the name of the BCU section dedicated to environmental issues?

Planning

Why is it important to check charts, tide tables and Pilots before setting off?

Why is it important to keep an eye on the weather a few days before the trip?

General

What does 'westerly, force 4' mean?

What is a lee shore?

Group Awareness

What is the role of the lead paddler?

Why is it sometimes necessary to maintain a close formation?

Map & Compass

What is the number of the chart which explains all symbols and abbreviations?