🌤️ Part 1: Weather Symbols and Conditions

1. Match the weather symbols with their meanings for waka ama safety:

1. ☀️ Sunny

2. 🌧️ Heavy Rain

3. ⛈️ Thunderstorm

4. 💨 Strong Wind

A. Cancel training - dangerous conditions

B. Perfect paddling weather

C. Postpone until conditions improve

D. Check wind direction and speed carefully

2. Circle the BEST weather conditions for waka ama training:

Light winds (5-15 km/h), sunny, calm seas

Strong winds (30+ km/h), choppy water

Thunderstorms with lightning

Heavy rain with poor visibility

🌊 Part 2: Wind and Water Conditions

3. Fill in the blanks about wind conditions for waka ama:

For safe waka ama paddling, wind speeds should be below _______ km/h. When winds are offshore (blowing away from shore), paddlers can be pushed _______ to sea. The safest wind direction for beginners is _______ wind, which blows towards the shore.

4. Check ALL the warning signs that mean you should NOT go out in your waka:

White caps on the water

Gentle breeze and small waves

Dark storm clouds approaching

Lightning in the distance

Calm, clear conditions

Strong offshore winds

5. What does a "small craft warning" mean for waka ama paddlers?

📱 Part 3: Reading Weather Reports

6. Look at this weather forecast and answer the questions:

Today's Marine Forecast:
Wind: Southwest 20-25 km/h
Wave Height: 1-2 metres
Temperature: 18°C
Conditions: Partly cloudy, chance of showers
UV Index: High

a) Is this a safe day for waka ama training? Circle your answer:

Yes - perfect conditions

Maybe - depends on experience level

No - too dangerous

b) Explain your reasoning:

7. List THREE weather apps or websites you can use to check marine conditions:

1. _________________________

2. _________________________

3. _________________________