11OED Crossword

3. The short-term condition of the atmosphere including wind, rain, temperature and cloud
4. Aligning a map so it matches the direction of the land using a compass or landmarks
5. Boundaries between warm and cold air masses that often bring changes in weather
7. Images from space used to track cloud cover and large weather systems
10. Ensuring you have the correct gear, food, clothing and skills before heading into the outdoors
12. New Zealand’s official weather forecasting service used for reliable local forecasts
13. Symbols on a topo map representing things like rivers, roads, forests, buildings and tracks
14. The ability to find your way using maps, compass and natural features
18. The process of preparing your trip, route, equipment and contingencies before going outdoors
19. Horizontal and vertical lines on a map used to locate positions using coordinates

1. Lines on a topographic map that connect points of equal height above sea level
2. A tool used to measure air pressure and help predict weather changes
6. Knowing how to respond if something goes wrong including shelter, warmth and emergency actions
8. Lines on a weather map that connect areas of equal air pressure
9. A key part of the land safety code meaning to prioritise avoiding harm and managing risk in outdoor environments
11. Any form of water falling from the sky including rain, snow, sleet or hail
15. A detailed map that shows natural and man-made features using contour lines and symbols
16. A measure of how hot or cold the air is
17. The ratio that shows how distance on a map relates to real-world distance