Outdoor recreational Activities

Introduction to Outdoor Recreation as for the first topic in the pe4 class.

1. Introduction to Outdoor Recreation HEALTH OPTIMIZING PHYSICAL EDUCATION 4

2. Ecotourism Activities Recreational Activities

3. Pre-quiz : Identification? What is common among the following activities, bird-watching, caving or spelunking, camping and snorkeling? A teardrop-shaped island in Surigao del Norte as home to the best 9 th spot in Best Surf in the World (Cable News Network, 2015) A land outdoor activities? A water outdoor activities ? An air outdoor activities? Outdoor Recreation Cloud Nine in Siargao Trekking/Hiking Swimming Skydiving

4. Recognize the benefits of recreational activities Identify the framework principles as provided by Code of Outdoor Ethics” Demonstrate proper etiquette during recreational activates Appreciate the importance of the nature’s beauty Session Objectives

5. Common things in Outdoor Activities Done during vacation or school beak They want to have fun Done outdoors with nature

6. Parts of the Time in Per day Activities (by Clayne R. Jensin ) Existence time Is time spent for biological needs like having meal, sleeping and other personal care Is all the remaining time after, this may vary from person-to-person (do recreational activities, to relax and to rejuvenate ) Spent for economic purposes such as going to work/school, chores or spent in school Subsistence time Free time

7. Recreation -derived from the Latin word “ recreare ” which means to be refreshed. Note: “What makes one happy may not be for others” - It depends on one’s interest, pursuits, and needs which may be reflective of one’s belief or level of gratification (i.e. picnic, jogger, commune with nature or mediating for others )

8. Outdoors may be in Land Vegetation Water Open Space Wildlife Scenery Natural State Semi – natural State

9. Most varied Outdoor Activities Mountaineering Trekking/hiking Camping Backpacking Picnic Bird-watching Orienteering Canyoneering Rock-climbing Land

10. Swimming Snorkeling Diving Surfing Canoeing Kayaking Whitewater-rafting Sailing Fishing Most varied Outdoor Activities Water

11. Parasailing Skydiving Paragliding Most varied Outdoor Activities Air

12. Benefits of Outdoor Activities Physical Benefits Student of all ability level can develop a range of skills in the rates. Students can improve stamen, functional capacity and local muscular endurance without under strain on the joints. Students will have the opportunity to develop a range of skills which can be used throughout their living.

13. Benefits of Outdoor Activities Psycho-emotional Benefits an appreciation of personal success an improved self-trust and independence can enhance feeling of well-being an opportunity to experience risk and challenged Improves self-esteem, confidence and creativity

14. Benefits of Outdoor Activities Social Benefits be enjoyed with family and friends develop a rates of safety in or near rates provide opportunities, to shape responsibilities and cooperate with others become involved in competition appropriate levels assure different rules and responsibilities ( ie . personal safety, co-operation, care of others)

15. Benefits of Outdoor Activities Economic Benefits Develop a relaxed body and mind to be more productive Rewarding to local folks as ecotourism in the country created jobs and other economic activities which contribute to economic growth

16. Benefits of Outdoor Activities Spiritual Benefits Develop positive outdoor experience for spiritual values. Brings calmness within Strengthens an individual as it heals, rejuvenates, and soothes the body and sou l

17. Athletic Level for Outdoor Recreation ? Physically Fit Fitness Test Is the need to participate recreational activities To determine one’s health and wellness Cardiorespiratory Endurance Muscular Strength Endurance Flexibility Body Composition Compare Progress or Regressed?

18. Self – Assessment using TAPFA ? Do you associate eating while watching television, reading book or newspaper or gadget? Do you feel need to eat in order to enjoy watching movie or sport event? ACTIVITIES Do you associate eating with certain foods or feelings such as eating when bored, sad, depressed, angry or happy? FEELINGS or EMOTION Where do you eat your meals? Do you eat on the dining table with the family or friends? Do you have a preferred place like study area, computer table, room or Sala? PLACE Are you conscious of the amount of food do you eat? Do you follow a balance diet? Do you lose control when you eat your favorite food? Do you crave for carbohydrates or sweets at certain time of the day? AMOUNT and KIND of FOOD When do you eat? Is it done at a certain time of the day? Do you skip meals? Perhaps do eat “mindlessly” (eating even if you’re not hungry) TIME

19. LEAVE NO TRACE principles ON TRAVEL and CAMP on DURABLE SURFACE Walk, run, bike or camp like established surface Avoid walking soft surface like soft plants because you might cause damage Use existing trails, or campsites, Walk in single file in the middle of the trail to avoid erosion Avoid places where impacts are going to show Camp in simple and discreet Camp at least 200m from lakes or rivers to protect the waters GO and LEAVE WHAT YOU FIND Examine archeological structures, old wall, other heritage artifacts but do not touch nor leave marks on them Leave nature as you find them. Do not take anything with you Avoid introducing non-native plants and animals Do not build structures, furniture's, or dig trenches YOUR DISPOSAL of WASTE PROPERLY “Pack it in, pack it out” Nothing should be left Dug (6-8 inches deep for human waste and just cover with leaves or weeds or soil) Dishes should be wash away from lakes or rivers and use biodegradable soap Scatter strained dishwater RESTRUCTURE to PLAN AHEAD and PREPARE Check if activity is permitted Know the rules, guidelines, and safety procedures Equipment Emergencies Weather Place Schedule Repack food Trekking maps and compass

20. LEAVE NO TRACE principles BE MINIMIZE in CAMPFIRE IMPACTS Use lightweight stove for cooking; campfires can use lasting impacts If fire is permitted, use fire rings or mound fires that are already set-up Keep fires small an use only sticks from the ground that can be broken by the hand No burning of plastics or other substances that emit toxic fumes Burn all wood to ash and make sure fires are completely out. Scatter the cool ash. Vigor Consideration of Other Visitors Respect people who lived and work in the countryside Respect other visitor and let them have a momentous experience as well Allow the sound of nature to prevail, not your noise or your r audio Be courteous, yield to others on a trail Camp away from trails and other visitors IMPLEMENT to RESPECT WILDLIFE Observes wild animals from the distance and should be avoid sensitive times like mating, nesting,, or raising the young. Do not feed wild animals or birds as it is not their natural food. It might cause damage and even expose them to predators. Protect wildlife and protect your food as well by storing and securing the trash well. In case you bring your pet along, make sure it is allowed and you can control them. Otherwise, do not bring them with you

21. LET’S DO THIS! Football and soccer are activities done in outdoor and on the grass. Are they outdoor recreational act ivies? Why or why not? Defend your answer Given a chance, what outdoor activity would you like to try? Why? Where? Who do you like to be with? Research., surf in the internet, and read-blogs. Print a picture or cut out a picture then post it in your From you observation, whether first hand or from other resources. (news, documentary, narrated by friends), which among the Leave No Trace Seven Principles is not usually observed in the Philippines? Explain your answer. Left a Trace Choosing an Outdoor Recreational Activity Determine an Outdoor Recreational Activity ACTIVITY 1 ACTIVITY 2 ACTIVITY 3

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