Manitoba Hunter Safety Practice Exam

In order to make an emergency lean-to or debris hut more visible to potential rescuers, it should be clearly marked with which of the following?

1. Blaze orange

2. Emergency flares

3. A camouflage vest

4. Leaves or branches

The correct answer is: Blaze orange

Alternative options such as B, emergency flares, may be considered dangerous as they have the potential to start a forest fire in dry conditions. Option C, a camouflage vest, would make the lean-to or hut less visible and therefore less likely to attract rescuers. Option D, leaves or branches, may blend in with the surroundings and not stand out to potential rescuers. Marking the shelter with blaze orange, as in option A, is the safest and most effective option for increasing visibility to potential rescuers.