Leave No Trace Quiz

1. What is the most important thing to do before heading out on a hike or climb?

A. Plan your route and pack appropriate gear.
B. Bring as much food as possible without planning meals.
C. Just head out without telling anyone.

2. Where is the best place to set up camp?

A. On soft grass for comfort.
B. On a durable surface like rock or packed dirt.
C. In a clearing with lots of animal tracks.

3. How should you handle your trash while outdoors?

A. Bury it in a hole.
B. Pack it out and dispose of it properly.
C. Leave it under a rock.

4. Is it okay to pick wildflowers while hiking?

A. Yes, as long as it's just a few.
B. No, leave them for others to enjoy.
C. Only if they are wilted.

5. When making a campfire, what should you do?

A. Use an existing fire ring if possible.
B. Build a new fire pit wherever you like.
C. Gather as much wood as possible from around your camp.

6. How should you react if you encounter wildlife?

A. Try to approach for a closer look.
B. Feed them to see if they’ll come closer.
C. Observe from a distance without disturbing them.

7. What should you do if you need to go to the bathroom outdoors?

A. Go at least 200 feet away from water sources and trails.
B. Go right on the trail to avoid stepping off.
C. Dig a shallow hole and cover it with a rock.

8. What is the best way to minimize impact on trails?

A. Walk side-by-side with your hiking group.
B. Stay on the trail, even if it’s muddy.
C. Create your own path if you want a shortcut.

9. When is it okay to carve your name into a tree?

A. It’s never okay.
B. It’s okay if it’s already been carved on.
C. Only if the tree is already damaged.

10. Should you leave or take rocks or artifacts that you find?

A. Take them as souvenirs.
B. Leave them so others can discover them too.
C. Only take them if they are small.

11. What is the best way to wash your dishes in a river or lake?

A. Wash them 200 feet away from water sources.
B. Rinse them directly in the water source.
C. Use biodegradable soap right in the river.

12. Should you keep all your food in your tent while camping?

A. Yes, it keeps it safe from wildlife.
B. Leave it outside in the open.
C. Store it in bear-proof containers or hang it from a tree.

13. How should you handle soap use outdoors?

A. Use regular soap right in the water source.
B. Use biodegradable soap at least 200 feet away from water sources.
C. Any soap is fine as long as you use it quickly.

14. What should you do if you find someone else's trash on a trail?

A. Pack it out with your own trash if you can.
B. Leave it; it's not your problem.
C. Bury it in the ground.

15. When walking on a narrow trail, what should you do if you encounter another hiker?

A. Push past them without speaking.
B. Step to the side and let them pass if they are going uphill.
C. Stand still and let them find their own way around.