Discusses the Nature of

Different Recreational
Activities

PEH12FH-IIa-20
Objectives:
 Identify the different kinds of
recreational activities.
 Describe the nature of the different
kinds of recreational activities.
 Appreciate the importance of
engaging recreational activities in
one's lives
Identify what kind
of recreational
activities in the
picture.
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Group Yourself in 5
G1: Hiking
 G2. Aquatics
G3. Trekking
G4. Camping
G5. Orienteering
 GUIDE QUESTIONS?
1. What is hiking/aquatics/
trekking/camping/orienteering?
2. How do this recreational
activity be safely performed?
 GROUP
PRESENTATION
 What is
Recreational
activities?
Recreation is an activity of leisure,
leisure being discretionary time.
> activities are often done
for enjoyment, amusement,
or pleasure and are considered to be
"fun".
HIKING
 walk for a long distance, especially
across country or in the woods.
 is an outdoor activity which consists of
walking in natural environments, often
in mountainous or other scenic terrain.
People often hike on hiking trails.
AQUATICS
 Sports
and recreational activities that take place in or
on water.

 WATER POLO DIVING

 SWIMMING SAILING SAILBOARD
 CANOE/KAYAK ROWING/SCULING
 WATER SKIING SURFING
TREKKING

 go on a long arduous journey, typically on

foot. A trek can last anything from days to
months.
 is a form of walking, undertaken with the
specific purpose of exploring and enjoying
the scenery. It usually takes place on trails
in areas of relatively unspoiled wilderness.“
CAMPING

 theactivity spending a vacation living in a

camp, tent, or camper.
 isan outdoor activity involving overnight
stays away from home in a shelter, such as
a tent. Generally participants leave
developed areas to spend time outdoors in
more natural ones in pursuit of activities
providing them enjoyment.
ORIENTEERING
acompetitive sport in which
participants find their way to various
checkpoints across rough country with
the aid of a map and compass, the
winner being the one with the lowest
elapsed time.
 Hiking takes place in beautiful scenic surroundings, usually with a “hiking
trail”. It mostly takes no longer than a day and it isn’t really physically
challenging. Call it a pleasure walk, if you like

 Whereas, trekking can be done in any surroundings. People can trek on paved
roads and dense wilderness alike. A trek can last anything from days to
months, and it is definitely a challenge.
 What are the
safety measures
needed for these
activities?
AQUATICS
 NEVER swim alone.
 Do not swim if you are very tired or suffer from heat
exhaustion.
 Do not swim directly after a meal.
 Do not overestimate your own abilities and go in too deeply.
 Never throw anyone into the water.
 Never duck anyone.
 Pick a safe swimming area – especially when swimming in the
sea. You never know where there may be strong currents, deep
undercurrents or hidden rocks that could threaten your safety.
HIKING
 1. Make a Gear List
 Whether you're hiking for three hours or three days,
you don't want to have an "uh-oh" moment on the
trail, when you realize you've forgotten something
important. Make a gear list before heading out to
make sure you have everything you might need. The
must-have list includes: water, extra water, rain gear,
compass, map and extra food.
2. Bring a Map
 Ofall the hiking safety tips, bringing a
map is one of the most important. You
should never rely solely on GPS
technology, especially with limited
service and unreliable battery power.
Always pack a map, and if you're not
sure how to read one, take some time
to learn beforehand.
3. Hike During the Day
Whenever possible, plan to hike
during the day; not only is it easier
to get lost in the dark, but the
region where you're hiking may be
home to a variety of wild animals
that come slinking out at night.
4. Know the Area
 Exploring new hiking trails is always exciting.
Unfortunately, it also means you're unfamiliar with the
territory. Before heading out, check regional hiking
information for:
 Local wild animals and what to do if you come across
one
 Local poisonous plants—think poison ivy, sumac, oak
 Local hunting areas/seasons
 Any and all hiking alerts.
5. Check the Forecast
 Check the forecast up until the moment
before you leave. This is important in
determining what gear you need to bring,
like a rain jacket, sunscreen, extra water
or warmer clothing. If the forecast does
predict rain, be sure the trail you're taking
is still passable in such conditions. Call your
local Parks and Recreation Department,
where they can direct you to real-time
information.
6. Be Confident Not Cocky
Whether you've hiked 30 times or five, you
know what you can and can't handle. When
hiking in a group or with a more advanced
friend, you may be inclined to take on
something you aren't ready for. Don't risk
injury; be honest with your skill level
before hitting the trail.
7. Tell Someone Before You Go
It is important to tell someone
where you're going and when you
plan to be home. If that person
doesn't hear from you by a certain
time, they can take the necessary
action.
8. Stay Together
 Last but not least, stick together. When hiking
with a large group, it's easy to separate into
groups of fast and slow hikers. Often, this
happens naturally, but it isn't always safe. Keep
someone at the front that hikes at a modest pace,
to ensure everyone stays together.
 These hiking safety tips are especially important
with children or those new to hiking; don't let a
rejuvenating hike become dangerous. Pack
enough sustenance, appropriate clothing, and the
right gear for a safe and enjoyable trip into the
wilderness.
TREKKING
1. Get Updated About the Weather
Forecast of the Area:
 Checking the weather forecast before you head
out is very important. It will help you make
preparations according to the weather. If you are
travelling in winters, be sure that winds will be
cooler at higher elevations. Also, check if there
are forecasts of thunderstorms, snowfall, heavy
rains etc. in coming days. Avoid trekking in these
days if there is any such update. Otherwise, make
necessary preparations according to the forecast
2. Don’t Trek Alone:
 Buddy system always works. When you are trekking in
a group, make sure that you don’t walk so fast that
the slowest members of the group are left behind.
Also, take care of everyone in the group. Make sure
that everyone in your group has enough physical
ability to successfully complete the trek. Another
benefit of trekking in a group is that you have
someone with you who can help in case of any
emergency. Inform someone about your trekking
schedule when you are leaving.
3. Keep Your Trekking Essentials Handy:
 Now, this is very important. Trekking essentials include your
trekking gear, emergency kit and eatables.
 Always carry a rain coat even if there are no forecasts of rain.
Weather changes dramatically at higher elevations and you should
be ready for that. A good pair of footwear will make a lot of
difference; carry boots which can support the ankles. Also, wear
bright clothes.
 A pocket-torch or headlamp should be with you as it gets dark early
on the mountains. If you don’t have enough source of light, you may
lose your trail.
 A Compass or maps should be with you.
A basic first-aid kit is necessary; also learn how to
administer first aid. This will help you in dealing with short
injuries.
 Keep a matchstick with you in case you need to light a
fire. Fire will help you to stay warm as well as it will keep
wild animals away.
 Carry a whistle; this will help you to meet other trekking
members in case you get off the trail.
 Carry eatables which can help you in getting instant
energy. Fruits, granola, peanut butter, bagels, power bars,
fruit bars will work for you while on a trekking expedition.
Carry lots of water in order to avoid dehydration.
4. Don’t Rely Heavily on Mobile-Phones:
Mobile phones may not work in the
wilderness. Depending too much on
them may leave you disappointed.But if
you are lucky enough to get network
signal on the mountains, inform
someone with all the details of the
location.
5. Don’t Leave the Designated Trail:
 Never, ever leave the specified trail. If you are
travelling and are forced to hold up due to fatigue,
make sure that you have someone who knows the trail
well staying back with you; otherwise you may get
lost and might have a difficult time reuniting with the
other members. Looking for short-cuts might get you
into trouble. Be sure to follow the right path for a
successful trek.
6. Pack Light:
Make sure that you don’t carry
unnecessary stuff. Keep your
backpack as light as possible.
Carrying a light backpack will help
you preserve energy for the
activities ahead. But don’t overlook
the essential stuff.
7. Learn How to Survive an Animal Attack:
 Learnthe basics of how to escape an animal
attack in case of a mishap. A good trekker
should also have the knowledge of
understanding animal behavior. Also wear full
sleeve shirt and full pant especially at night to
prevent insect bite. Follow the instructions
given by the guide, if there is one
accompanying you.
What if You are Lost?
 You followed all the safety tips but you were not lucky enough to
successfully complete your trek and you lost your path. Now
what to do?
 Make a shelter for yourself so that wild animals can’t attack
you.
 Keep yourself dry.
 Blow the whistle so that someone can hear you.
 If you see helicopters above your heads searching for you, stand
at an open place so that you can be easily seen.
 Clincher:
 Trekking may be a truly rewarding experience if
done with complete preparation. Before you
head for trekking, you should also learn about
altitude sickness. You should also take care of
personal hygiene to make sure that you don’t fall
sick in the mountains. Hope for the best but stay
prepared for the worst, as a trekking tour may
throw unexpected challenges.
CAMPING
1. Safe Fire Practices
Camping just isn't the same without a
fire. Still, there are important
precautions to take before making your
s'mores. For example, don't build a fire
under low trees, never leave it burning
without someone watching, and put the
flame completely out before bed.
2. Animal Safety
Basic camping safety includes basic animal
safety. An adventure in the wild means
you're surrounded by many animals that are
unfamiliar. You should hike only during the
day and observe proper behavior if you
come in contact with one. The most
important rule? Never approach a wild
animal.
3. Wear Bug Spray
Even on a perfect night, you might be
slapping away mosquitos left and
right. Don't ruin the rest of the trip by
forgetting to put on bug spray. One
full-body spritz is all you need to stay
protected throughout the night.
4. Keep Your Site Clean
 While it's good practice to keep your
site clean, it's critical to camping
safety, too. Dirty dishes, leftover
trash, or food left in the open could
attract animals you don't want to mess
with.
5. Stay Hydrated
Running around in the hot sun all day is a
great way to stay active, but it increases
your chance of suffering from dehydration.
Keep a water bottle with you at all times,
and be sure to get your recommended
amount—eight 8-oz glasses—each day
6. Practice Water Safety
 If your camping getaways involve swimming and water holes, be sure that
your family follows proper water safety guidelines. This might include
using flotation devices for small children or staying close to shore. The
Red Cross recommends the following tips:
 Read all signage and know the waters you're in. If you're boating, observe
the speed limit; if you're swimming or kayaking, be wary of deep water
and currents.
 Check the weather before heading out for water activities. Rain or
thunderstorms are no time for water sports.
 Use a feet-first entry method in case the water is too shallow.
 Do not drink alcohol when boating, diving or swimming; this can put
everyone in a dangerous situation.
7. Watch Out for Poisonous Plants
Hiking is an all-inclusive way to
experience nature, but it's easy to
chase a butterfly off of the trail and
run straight into poisonous plants.
Especially with little ones, keep an eye
out for poison ivy or poison oak, and
make sure nothing gets eaten.
8. Bring a Map
We've become accustomed to GPS, but
in the wilderness, you may not be able
to pick up the signal you need. Proper
camping safety dictates that you not
only have a map of the wilderness area,
but also that you take it with you on all
treks.
9. Avoid Propane Stove Danger
 An extra stove can be handy at the campsite, but has potential
to be dangerous. Never leave the stove idle with the propane
on, and follow manufacturer directions if it's your first time
using it.
 In general, you want to run the propane only when you're
about the light the burner. Be sure the ignition dial is turned
on low to avoid fireballs and possible burns. Finally, remember
to keep all body parts away from the stove when igniting. To
do so, use the stove's igniter switch whenever possible, as this
spark is contained within the stove. This is safer than using a
lighter or matches.
10. Bring a First Aid Kit
Even with all the precautions you take,
you may still need to bandage a
bleeding knee or clean a cut. Make
sure you always have a first aid kit
with antibacterial ointment and
bandages.
ORIENTEERING
1. Ethical Considerations
 Orienteers should not follow other participants.
 Orienteers should not discuss the course with other
participants while still on the course.
 Orienteers who ask for help should be shown their location
on the map and then reported to an Official at the Finish.
 Orienteers who have finished a course should not divulge
information about the course, map or terrain to others
who have not yet started.
 Orienteers shall respect the land and wilderness
environment.
Safety
 Orienteers should wear full body clothing.
 Orienteers must carry a whistle during the event.
 Orienteers must report to the Finish Official whether
they are finished or not and hand in their map and
score card.
 Orienteers must aid injured Orienteers whom they
encounter in the woods.
 Orienteers crossing roads or railways must observe
traffic rules.
 Organizers should provide safety bearing information.
Rules
 Orienteers shall not damage, hide, or remove any controls
during an event.
 Orienteers may only use a compass plus the map provided by
the organizer during the event.
 Orienteers must visit the controls in the specified order in a
cross-country orienteering event.
 Orienteers must not cross areas marked on the map as
uncrossable or out-of-bounds.
 Orienteers shall not damage property such as fences or
equipment.
 Orienteers shall not cross through gardens, newly planted fields
or those with growing crops.
PROCESS QUESTIONS?
Identify the different
kinds of recreational
activities?
 Describe the nature
of the different kinds
of recreational
activities?
How will you appreciate
the importance of
engaging recreational
activities in one's lives.
INDIVIDUAL
ACTIVITY
Make a program of
activities of your chosen
recreational activity
and follow the Activity
Design template below:
Name of Recreational Activity:
Purpose of Activity:
Location:
Number of Persons:
Persons involved during the activity:
Date and Time of Activity:
Things to bring (materials and equipment):
Approving Official:
 "Gain strength,
courage and confidence
by every experience.“
Eleanor Roosevelt
 "The only source of
knowledge is experience.“
Albert Einstein
SHORT QUIZ
IDENTIFICATION
MATCHING TYPE
 A B

1.ORIENTEERING A. walk for a long distance, especially across country or in

the woods.
2. HIKING B. a competitive sport in which participants find their
way to various checkpoints across rough country with
the aid of a map and compass
3. CAMPING C. is an outdoor activity involving overnight stays away
from home in a shelter, such as a tent.
4. AQUATICS D. go on a long arduous journey, typically on foot. It can
last anything from days to months.
5. TREKKING E. Sports and recreational activities that take place in or
on water.
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