3. HIKING
Hiking – is going on an extended walk for the purpose of
pleasure and exercise. Pleasure includes having close with
nature, enjoying the beauty of the environment, smelling the
natural aroma of flowers and trees and being one with
Mother nature. It is more of adventure.
1. It offers cardiovascular fitness
2. It gives the feeling of relaxation
3. It balances your daily life routine
4. It’s a good option for weight management activity
4. ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR THE OUTDOORS:
Pick a partner
Pick a destination
Know your time and distance
Be physically ready
Choose your gear and your backpack
Pack and wear appropriate clothing
Plan your meals
Keep communication lines open
Wilderness ethics
5. THE TEN ESSENTIAL CHECKLIST FOR BACKPACKERS
1. NAVIGATION
2. SUN PROTECTION
3. INSULATION
4. ILLUMINATION
5. FIRST-AID SUPPLIES
6. FIRE
7. REPAIR KIT AND TOOLS
8. NUTRITION
9. HYDRATION
10. EMERGENCY SHELTER
6. ORIENTEERING
Orienteering – is an outdoor navigational recreational activity using
especially drawn and detailed maps. It requires navigational skills to
navigate from point to point normally moving at a speed. It offers much
benefit such as:
1. Conceptual Aspects – enhances your decision-making skills about
map interpretations and using compass.
2. Physical Aspects – it develops cardiovascular endurance and general
fitness.
3. Personal Aspects - develop self-confidence and reliance.
4. Social Aspects – learn to work cohesively with one another.
5. Environmental Aspects – it creates an avenue for you to appreciate
7. FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS IN ORIENTEERING
FIND YOUR APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF 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
8. THE MAP
- Is a picture or representation of the earth’s surface.