What reasons do people participate in outdoor rec? (SCSPSEA) * Stress management * Challenge and excitement * Social interaction * Personal growth * Self-sufficiency * Enjoyment * Appreciation of the environment
Planning for outdoor rec (RFLCCN) Ralph Freaking Lauren Cuts Clothes Neatly/Nicely * Risk assessment * Finding the hazards identifying the risks * Management – working out how to combat or avoid them. * Food and water * Thinking about the conditions and considering the questions: * Is the food nutritious? * Is the food lightweight? * Is it easy to prepare? * Will you enjoy it? * Is the packing kept to a minimum? * Make sure you pack enough water or something to purify the water. * Legal requirements * Booking campsites * Permission from land owner * Entry permits * Attention to detail * Campsite selection(WSFTCPH) Water Slides Frighten The Women Playing Here * – consider the following: * Water – is there water nearby * Site – ground flat free from trees etc. * Fires – fire bands? * Toilet facilities – are there toilets? * Wastes disposal – clean up after yourself! * Privacy and shelter- is the area secluded? * Hazards – is it near a cliff any dangers? * Conservation skills (LEM) * Leave no trace camping – leave it as it was when you got there * Minimal impact bushwalking – don’t leave rubbish be cautious of surroundings * Ethical issues – making sure you don’t destroy the land * Navigational skills * Map reading * Grid bearings * Magnetic bearing * Measuring distance * Natural navigation * Route planning * Leadership styles 1. Autocratic – dictator, make all the decisions - auto car 2. Laissez-faire – lazy and fair, gives other chance to lead – lazy fair 3. Strategic non-intervention – observes but intervenes when needed. 4. Democratic –