ADVANCED MERIT: CAMP SAFETY
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 1.  Complete the following advanced merits:

     a.  Tool Craft.

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     b.  Safety.

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     c.  Fire Craft.

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 2.  Make a list of the safety precautions that should be considered when selecting
     a campsite.

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 3.  Demonstrate the proper method of washing dishes to avoid illness while camping.

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 4.  Demonstrate the proper method of disposing of garbage and dishwater.

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 5.  Explain the importance of properly storing food while camping.

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 6.  Explain the importance of wearing the proper clothing while camping.

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 7.  Demonstrate how to dress for camping during hunting season.

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 8.  During a Royal Rangers outing, properly construct a latrine.

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 9.  Explain the proper procedure for disposing of human waste.

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10.  Explain how food spoils and what can be done to prevent it.

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11.  Demonstrate how to properly store fresh vegetables and fruits while camping.

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12.  Explain what botulism is and and how to avoid food poisoning from spoiled food.

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13.  Make a list of five foods that can become poisonous when spoiled.

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     c.  __________________________________   d.  __________________________________

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14.  Describe what special precautions on should take when preparing and storing
     the following foods:

     a.  Pork.

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     b.  Potato Salad.

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     c.  Tuna Fish.

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     d.  Milk.

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     e.  Poultry.

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15.  Explain how to remain safe while camping during the following weather conditions:

     a.  Lightning.

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     b.  Tornado.

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     c.  Hail.

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     d.  Heavy Rain.

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