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Paddling Quiz

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1. A maneuver that gets you from one side of the river to the other is
a.  an eddy
b.  a ferry
c.  a peel-out
d.  edging
2. When putting on a spray skirt the most important thing to do is
a.  have your car keys in the cute little pocket
b.  have a friend help you put it on
c.  make sure the grab loop is accessible
d.  have it color coordinated to your boat
3. The river rating system classifies rivers as Class I to VI. This system tells you
a.  the scenic value of the river
b.  available campsites
c.  distance to take-outs
d.  paddling difficulty
4. A paddle float is a(n)
a.  inflatable device that is useful for re-entering the kayak
b.  ice cream beverage
c.  swimming technique
d.  leash that attaches your paddle to your boat
5. The hull of a kayak is
a.  the bottom
b.  the top
c.  the sides
d.  the whole boat
6. When kayak blades are said to be "offset," they are
a.  in the same plane
b.  facing different directions
c.  bent
d.  in need of replacement because a heavy someone sat on them
7. Poagies are
a.  special gloves that cover the hands and paddle
b.  a paddler's lunch, like a hoagie
c.  a fish found only in Chautauqua Lake
d.  a derogatory name for in inept paddler, as in, "You paddle like a poagie!"
8. When sea kayaking it is best to navigate with a
a.  road map
b.  topographical map
c.  nautical map
d.  friend
9. A put-in is
a.  a wet exit
b.  a car carrier
c.  an easy river run
d.  the starting point of a trip
10. A strainer is a
a.  water hazard caused by trees/branches in the current
b.  water purifier that removes bacteria and parasites
c.  device for getting water out of your boat
d.  hot alcoholic beverage at the end of a paddling day

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