Discussion. 1) Who is considered to be the founder of modern recreational camping?

1) Who is considered to be the founder of modern recreational camping?

2) Where is most of modern camping done?

3) What are the purposes of camping?

4) In what way do one’s purposes influence his/her choice of a campsite? Is it difficult to find a suitable place?

5) What is an RV? What makes it popular? Who prefers this way of camping?

6) How has camping gear progressed since 1900s?

7) Describe proper clothing for camping and hiking.

8) What equipment is used for shelter?

9) What cooking utensils are used at a campsite? How does the choice of gear depend on the route and type of the campsite?

10)What are the main principles of safety and nature conservation at any campsite?

11)Describe advantages and disadvantages of staying at a developed / primitive campsite.

12)What is your idea of a ‘True Hike’ and a ‘True Hiker’?

13)Listed below are the basic items the first-aid kit should contain. Match the items with their uses.

1. sling 2. eyebath 3. gauze 4. bandage 5. safety pins 6. antiseptic

a) to secure the bandage b) to disinfect the cut or wound c) to clean the eye d) to help stop bleeding or protect the wound e) to support a broken arm f) to strengthen a weak or injured joint

Are there any other items that you would include in your first-aid kit?

14) Make up a manual for inexperienced hikers going on a 10-day hike to some secluded area. Consider the following items: proper clothes, equipment for shelter and cooking gear, rules of behavior, principles of safety and nature conservation.

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