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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Quarter 4 – Module 4b
Active Recreation
(Outdoor Recreational Activities)

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MAPEH – Grade 9
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Quarter 4 – Module 4b: Active Recreation (Outdoor Recreational Activities)
First Edition, 2021

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 What I Need to Know

Having a healthy lifestyle can be enjoyable and can also offer

satisfaction thereby enhance the quality of your life. A good recreational
activity refreshes an individual’s mind and body after a day’s work. Together
with your family and friends, these activities may also improve your bond
and could also help in improving the health of your loved ones.

As teenagers, you are experiencing a lot of physical changes. In

today’s generation some of the common practices of sedentary lifestyle can
affect your growth as adolescents, like using mobile phones during the
majority of your free time. Not only does it impede your productivity, but it
also affects your health.

Participating in recreational activities will not only promote your

personal health but also the health and fitness of your family as well as your
community.

This module will give you ideas on how to do active recreational

activities outdoors and how to involve your family and community as well.

LEARNING COMPETENCY:
Discusses the nature and background of outdoor recreational activities.
PE9GS-IVa-6

Participates in active recreation. PE9GS-IVb-h-7

Practice environmental ethics (e.g., Leave No Trace) during participation

in recreational activities of the community. PE9PF-IVb-h-44

At the end of this module, you will be expected to:

 Distinguish the difference between indoor and outdoor recreational activities.

 Perform recreational activities with high level of energy and performance.
 Encourage other people to practice a healthy lifestyle.

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 What I Know

Direction: Read each item carefully and use your notebook to write your answers
in. Choose the letter that corresponds to your answer.
1. Activities done during free time is called Recreation. What is the primary reason
why a person engages in a recreational activity?
A. Enjoyment B. Fitness C. Fun D. Fundamentals
2. You were invited to talk on how to prevent diseases and live a healthy and quality
life. What would be the focus of your talk?
A. The attitude and behavior of the family.
B. The environment where the community is.
C. The health history of the family.
D. The nutrition and physical activity of the family.
3. Activities such as hiking, orienteering, swimming, and camping are under the
category of .
A. active recreation activities
B. indoor recreation activities
C. outdoor recreation activities
D. recreation activities
4. .Navigating an unfamiliar place requires a skill in .
A. camping B. hiking C. mountaineering D. orienteering
5. In hiking, what fitness component is required of you?
A. Agility B. Endurance C. Speed D. Strength
6. In hiking, what should be the group’s pacing?
A. The pace of the fastest ma C. The pace of the lead man
B. The pace of the last man D. The pace of the slowest man
7. When trying to plan for your recreational activity, which should be the
best thing to keep in mind?
A. The activity is held within your comfort zone.
B. The activity should be away from home.
C. The activity should be of your interest.
D. The activity will give you the chance to earn money.
8. Since hiking is a walking activity, can anybody be a part of the hiking
group?
A. No, it is dangerous.
B. No, only those with doctor’s clearance.
C. Yes, it is for everyone.
D. Yes, it is fun to walk with people.
9. Activities done during free time which give enjoyment and satisfaction
is referred to as .
A. reaction B. recitation C. reclamation D. recreation

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10 Mr. Gonzales found out that most of his students are overweight and close to
being obese. What can he do to help them?
A. Consult a nutritionist for the proper food intake.
B. Encourage them to have a healthy lifestyle change.
C. Make them active in the class every meeting.
D. Organize a fitness program 3x a week.

What’s In
Let’s Warm Up

1. Familiarize yourself with the following exercises.

Jumping Jacks

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Lateral trunk stretch

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Burpees

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Split

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2. Perform the exercises following the order and number of repetitions bellow:
a. Lateral trunk stretch 10 reps on each side
b. Jumping Jacks 20 reps
c. Burpees 10 reps
d. Split squats 10 reps on each side
3. You can do 2-3 sets of this exercise. Pace yourself according to your own
level of fitness.
4. After performing your desired number of sets of the exercise, inhale, and
exhale deeply to cool down your body after the activity.
5. Rate yourself according to your performance in the activity:

Note: Write only the letter that corresponds to your performance rating.

Fitness Assessment

Read the questions and write your answers in your notebook. Base your
answers from the previous activity.

1. Why did you rate yourself with that corresponding rating?

2. How did your body adapt to the activity?
3. Which of the exercises did you find difficult to perform? Why?

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 What’s New

Congratulations on succeeding the preliminary activities of this module. We are

now going to discover new knowledge and discussions about the topic on Outdoor
Recreational Activities. Before we proceed briefly answer the following questions:
1. What is your own idea about an outdoor recreational activity?
2. What is the difference between an outdoor and an indoor recreational activity?
3. List down at least 3 examples of outdoor recreational activities.

What is It

OUTDOOR RECRATIONAL ACTVITIES

HIKING
Hiking is going on an extended walk for the purpose of pleasure and exercise.
Pleasure includes having close encounter with nature, enjoying the beauty of the
environment, smelling the natural aroma of flowers and trees, and being one with
Mother Nature. Exercise on the other hand pertains to the fitness benefits that we get
from the activity. Hiking is more of adventure.
Source: http://www.iconshock.com/img_jpg/REALVISTA/education_icons/jpg/128/backpack_icon.jpg

Have you experienced walking in a longer distance? How was the feeling? Here
are some benefits that you can claim:
 It offers cardiovascular fitness
 It gives the feeling of relaxation
 It balances your daily life routine
 It is a good option for weight management activity
Source: https://bit.ly/3t0D1Yc

Have you thought of a good destination to go on hiking? Well, be guided by the

following reminders:
Essential Tips for the Outdoors:
1. Pick a partner.
 Find a friend who is an experienced hiker or backpacker. It is safer to travel
with a friend or group of friends. Plus, an experienced hiker can share
valuable tips and advice for the wilderness.
2. Pick a destination.
 Do your research on your destination: read travel books, websites, or
magazines. Ask well-travelled friends too.
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 3. Know your time and distance.
 Know how long and how far the trip will take you. This will also help you plan
what you need to pack. This will also help you when making a budget for
the trip.
4. Be physically ready.
 Make sure you are physically fit for the hike. You should have ample
endurance to prepare yourself for long walks. Practice carrying heavy bags
so that you will also build strength.
5. Choose your gear and your backpack.
 Try to pack as light as possible. Think about which comforts of home you
can leave behind to save space and weight. Use a climbing checklist to help
you decide what to bring. You can also rent or borrow equipment from other
hikers.
 When choosing a backpack, look at its carrying capacity and its size. It
should be big enough to fit all your belongings and snug enough to stay
close to your back. Pack your heaviest gear close to your back and near
your shoulders.
6. Pack and wear appropriate clothing.
 Wear moisture-wicking or “dry-fit” fabric because this absorbs sweat faster
than cotton and dries easily.
 Wear proper footwear, such as hiking shoes or trail runners, as most
sneakers or sandals may not have enough grip on their soles.
 Wear a hat to protect yourself from the sun.
 Always bring a rain jacket in case it rains.
 Wear comfortable pants, such as trekking pants or shorts. Jeans can be
heavy and quite hot if worn during hiking trips.
7. Plan your meals.
 Bring some trail mix (nuts, chocolate, jelly, cereal, etc.) to keep your energy
up throughout the day.
 If going on overnight hikes, plan your meals accordingly. If traveling with a
big group, divide the team into smaller groups and assign a meal per small
group.
8. Keep communication lines open.
 Not all areas have signal for your mobile phones but keep them handy in
case of an emergency.
 Before you leave for your trip, make sure that you have a contact person
who knows all your emergency details. Keep the contact person informed
on your whereabouts at all times (if possible). Leave your itinerary with the
contact person.
9. Wilderness ethics
 Pack out what you pack in. Practice the Leave No Trace principles by
picking up after your trash and bringing them home with you.
 Modulate your noise levels. Remember, some people go into the wilderness
to relax and unwind. Respect the privacy of other people.
 Be respectful and courteous to other visitors as well as to wildlife.
 Enjoy the view and the experience!

Source: Wood, T.D. (2013). Backpacking for beginners. Retrieved from: http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-
advice/backpacking-beginners.html

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How do you prepare for a hike?
Before the hike
See to it that your body is in a certain level of fitness for a safe and pleasant
climb. For you to enjoy the scenery more and enjoy the company of other backpackers,
you must be PHYSICALLY FIT.
Attend to the following concerns:
 Your travel plan (itinerary)
 Possible transportation
 Budget
 Food and water to bring
 What equipment to bring

During the hike

 On Group Formation
o Follow a single file formation. Overtaking should be avoided, but in case
of a need to do it, inform the hiker in front of you
o Maintain a certain distance in between hikers.
 Pacing
o Start with a slow pace gradually change as the group desires
o Do not leave anyone behind
o Inform the group if there is a need to rest
o The pace of the group should be that of the slowest member or the
person who has the heaviest load.
 Trail Signs
o Man-made/alternative
 any colored materials such as yarn can be used but it is known
by all members of the group
o Natural trail signs
 Materials found in the environment like rocks, grass, and twigs.
Orienteering
It is an outdoor navigational recreational activity using specially drawn and
detailed maps. It requires navigational skills to navigate from point to point normally
moving at a speed. An orienteering course consist of a series of control points which
have to be located in order in the shortest possible time.
Orienteering as an outdoor recreational activity offers much benefit to you. Here
are some claims:
1. Conceptual aspects – Since it is a navigational activity, it enhances your
decision-making skills about map interpretations and using compass. It also
requires you to constantly interpret information contained in the map.
2. Physical aspect – Orienteering is basically a running sport, so it develops your
cardiovascular endurance and general fitness. Speed, endurance, and strength
are essential components necessary to successfully participate in the game.
Technically, this activity captivates the mental and physical challenge features.
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 3. Personal aspects – Since you are responsible in making decisions in this
activity, you develop your self-confidence and reliance. Your aims are clear that
you work hard to achieve them giving you the feeling of self-achievement.
4. Social aspects – You will learn to work cohesively with one another.
5. Environmental aspect – It creates an avenue for you to appreciate your
environment.

The fundamental skill in orienteering is orientating the map or setting the map.
In moving the map, you have to:
 Find your approximate location on the map.
 Recognize the pattern of features on the ground as being the same as the
pattern on the map.
 Always hold the map so that you are looking along the route with the map
matching the ground.
 The map is said to be oriented if the features on the map are in proper relation
to the actual features in the field.

The Map - is a picture or representation of the earth’s

surface. It includes a compass rose that shows directions.
Cardinal directions are the four base parts on a compass.
The top point is north and the point at the bottom is south.
The side points are called east and west. The points in
between the cardinal directions are called intermediate
directions which include northwest, northeast, southwest
and southeast.
Source: https://bit.ly/3okpjMj

Maps use a key or legend to explain the

meaning of each of the symbols used in the map.
The key usually shows a small picture of each of
the symbols used on the map, along with a written
description of the meaning of each symbol.

Source: https://bit.ly/2Ml3ZZT

Here is the golden rule of orienteering:

Only go as fast as you can read the map
 Know where you are (map-reading skills)
 Know where you are going (route-choice skills)

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Orienteering Compass
A compass is an invaluable tool that every backpacker should know how to use.
It is a magnetized needle floating in a liquid and responding to the Earth’s magnetic
field consequently revealing directions. Generally, a compass is used to measure
bearings and to pinpoint locations.
Orienteering Compass Parts
 Magnetic needle – the magnetic needles north end is painted red and its south
end is white.
 Revolving compass housing – the housing is marked with the four cardinal
points of north, east, south and west and further divided into 2-degree
graduations indicating the full 360 degrees of a circle. The bottom of the rotating
housing is marked with an orienting arrow and meridian lines
 Transparent base plate – the base plate is marked with a ruler, an index line
as well as the direction of travel arrow.

Parts of an Orienteering Compass

Bearing
Bearing refers to the direction from one spot to another measured in degrees
from the reference line of north.
How do you take the bearing?
 Hold the compass in front of you with the direction of travel arrow pointing
object of interest
 Hold the compass level steady and rotate the housing dial until the orienting
arrow lines up with the red end (north end) of the magnetic needle, while
keeping the direction of travel arrow pointed at the object.
 Read the number indicated at the index line – that is your bearing.
Retrieved from: http://www.summitpost.org/compass-basics-an-introduction-to-orientation- and-navigation/358187

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 What’s More

Which is which?

DIRECTION: Classify the following activities if it is an indoor or an outdoor recreational

activity. Write IN if it is an indoor activity and OUT if it is an outdoor
activity. Write your answer in your activity notebook.
1. Table tennis
2. Camping
3. Badminton
4. Hiking
5. Orienteering
Outdoor vs. Indoor

In this activity you are going to make use of a Venn diagram to differentiate the
advantages of Indoor activities and Outdoor activities. In the middle of the Venn
diagram, you will write their common benefits. Do this in your notebook.
 Indicate only at least 3 for each.

The Benefits
of BOTH
types of
Recreational
Activities
Indoor Recreational Activity Outdoor Recreational Activity
(Advantages) (Advantages)

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 What I Have Learned

Give what is being asked below. Write your answers in your notebook.

3 THINGS YOU FOUND OUT

2 INTERESTING THINGS

1 QUESTION YOU STILL HAVE

What I Can Do

Finding Coordinates

Apply what you have learned from the discussion by practicing on how to read a map.
 Below is an example of an improvised map.
 Grid A is the Horizontal line, represented by seconds, while Grid B is the vertical
line represented by minutes.

IMPROVISED MAP

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  Find the coordinates of map key or legend by writing its control points (minutes
and seconds)

Example:
Flagpole = 2min and 8sec

Write your answers of the following in your notebook. 10 points each

Map Key/Legend Control Points

1. Court
2. Gym
3. Guidance
4. Gate
5. Clinic

Assessment

DIRECTION: Read each item carefully and use your notebook to write your answers
in. Choose the letter that corresponds to your answer.

1. Which of the following is a manifestation of the “Leave No Trace” policy in

camping?
A. Bring home with you all your waste materials.
B. Bring non-biodegradable equipment.
C. Feed animals you encounter.
D. Pick up flowers in going home.
2. What is the most fundamental skill needed in orienteering?
A. Communicating with group mates
B. Locating the points
C. Running at a speed
D. Setting the map
3. After a hike, everyone should bring his/her own waste home. This is a
manifestation of the .
A. Clean Mother Earth policy
B. Environmental Awareness policy
C. Garbage Management policy
D. Leave No Trace policy
4. In an outdoor adventure, which of the following is NOT a natural trail sign?
A. Grass B. Rocks C. Twigs D. Yarn
5. Which of the following is NOT a benefit claim of hiking?
A. It gives the feeling of relaxation.
B. It helps a person to gain more weight.
C. It offers cardiovascular fitness.
D. It is a good option for weight management activity.

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 6. It is an outdoor navigational recreational activity using specially drawn and
detailed maps.
A. Mapping B. Hiking C. Mountaineering D. Orienteering
7. Maps use key or to explain the meaning of each of the symbols
used on the map.
A. badge B. emblem C. legend D. logo
8. Which of the following recreational activities is considered as OUTDOOR?
A. Badminton B. Hiking C. Table tennis D. Volleyball
9. Which of the following statements is NOT considered as an essential tip for
outdoor recreational activities?
A. Be physically ready C. Know your time and distance
B. Be the fastest within the group D. Plan your meals
10. What do you call the four base parts on a compass?
A. Cardinal Directions C. Intermediate Directions
B. Coordinates D. Map

Additional Activities

I Choose!

Write your answer briefly in your notebook. Complete the following sentences:

1. My recreational activity choices will help me to .

2. I plan to promote active and healthy community lifestyle in the community by

.

3. I will practice the Leave No Trace policy in outdoor recreational activities by

.

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 Answer Key
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Whats New Additional Activities

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What’s In
What I have Learned
10. B A 10.
9. D B 9.
8. B B 8.
5. OUT C 7.
7. C
4. OUT D 6.
6. D
B 5.
5. B 3. IN
D 4.
4. D 2. OUT
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3. C 1. IN D 2.
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What’s More Assessment
Pre-Assessment

References
Book:
Doria, Gonzales, Sedilla, Cagulang, Mabiling, Yap, and dela Torre. Physical
Education and Health – grade 9 Learner’s Material. First Edition, 2014,
Department of Education

Internet references:
https://bit.ly/3aeGiL4
https://bit.ly/3cng8Zn
https://bit.ly/3apwLkC
https://bit.ly/3ten4Ov
http://www.summitpost.org/compass-basics-an-introduction-to-orientation- and-
navigation/358187
https://bit.ly/2Ml3ZZT
https://bit.ly/3okpjMj
http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/backpacking-beginners.html
https://bit.ly/3t0D1Yc
http://www.iconshock.com/img_jpg/REALVISTA/education_icons/jpg/128/backp
ack_icon.jpg

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