Senior High School

Physical Education
and Health (H.O.P.E. 4)
Quarter 3 – Module 2:
Outdoor Recreation
What This Module is About

This module deals with the concept of outdoor recreation and its impact to overall
health of a person. Nature has so much to offer to keep you moving. The more you
engage in physical activities, the more you will appreciate the beauty of life that good
health brings. Keep on walking, do household chores, engage in family recreational
activities – it improves your health.

The following are the lessons contained in this module:

1. Lesson 1: Concept of Recreation
2. Lesson 2: Aquatics
3. Lesson 3: Mountaineering Activities (Hiking, Trekking, Camping,
Orienteering)

What I Need to Know

 At the end of this module, you should be able to:

1. Discuss the nature of different recreational activities (PEH12FH-IIa-20);

2. Engage in moderate to vigorous physical activities (MVPAs) for at least 60
minutes most days of the week in a variety of settings in- and out-of school
(PEH12FH-IIa-t-8); and
3. Demonstrate proper etiquette and safety in the use of facilities and equipment
(PEH12FH-IIaa-t-12)
 Lesson
Concept of Recreation
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What I Need to Know

At the end of this lesson, you should be able to:

1. Discuss the nature and background of recreation;
2. Identify the different recreational activities.

What Is It?

It’s been months that you are staying at home. It was a longer vacation that
you experienced because of the threat of the COVID-19. You may be bored but
don’t worry. You can turn the things around you into something that gives you self-
gratification. There are many recreational activities you can do to relax and to enjoy.
Any activity that takes place during your free time is referred to as recreation.
It does not follow standard rules; it can be done anywhere; and most of all, it gives
enjoyment and self-satisfaction. Recreation is derived from the Latin word,
“recreare” which means to be refreshed (mapasigla), to relax or to enjoy.
Participation in recreational activities varies from one person to another depending
on one’s intention, reason or belief.
How do you spend your free time? Recreation is categorized into active
recreation and passive recreation. Active recreational activities include jogging,
swimming, hiking, biking or gardening while passive recreational activities include
watching television, listening to music or reading books. Moreover, active
recreational activities can be done indoor or outdoor. Where do you prefer to do
recreational activities? It depends on you. Whether indoor or outdoor, what matters
most is its holistic impact on you as a person.
Having in touch with nature can give so much relaxation. Walking on green
grass by the woods or just watching birds early in the morning while holding hands
with your loved ones (family) is a unique bonding time away from the day-to-day
routine. Others love to do these activities in water while those adventurers would
prefer more on air. Our country has many places to explore and to start many
recreational activities, whether on land, in air or on water. In your community, what
activities can you offer? Have you tried it before?

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 Lesson
Aquatics
2

What’s In

Nature offers a lot of opportunities for you to enjoy life and have fun with your
loved ones (family and friends). Regardless of your reason for joining, you can do
these anytime, anywhere, anyhow. You have all the choices whether you will have it
on land, in the air or in water.

What I Need to Know

At the end of this lesson, you should be able to:

1. Discuss the nature of aquatic recreational activities;
2. Identify the different aquatic recreational activities.

What Is It?

Water or aqua provides environments that are beneficial to you. An array of

recreational activities can be done in rivers, beaches, swimming pools, and the like.
These activities are a good source of relaxation, enjoyment and exercise.

Because our country is rich in natural resources, we have varied outdoor

aquatic recreational activities to choose from. These common recreational activities
in the Philippines include the following:

Recreationa Picture Definition

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 l Activity

the sport or activity of propelling

Swimming
oneself through water using the limbs

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the sport or pastime of riding a wave

Surfing toward the shore while standing or
lying on a surfboard

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rowing or sailing in boats as a sport

Boating or form of recreation

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the activity of being moved quickly in

White Water a raft (small boat filled with air) along
Rafting rivers where the current is very strong

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Fishing the activity of catching fish, either for

food or as a sport

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the activity of traversing the rivers

Bamboo usually using a raft made of bamboo
Rafting to carry people and goods on
extended journeys

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What’s More?

Activity 1. KUNG MAIBABALIK KO LANG

1. Think of the outdoor recreational activities you and your family did before the
quarantine period.
2. Describe how you and your family support and help each other in planning
and realizing such activity. Did you find enjoyment in what you did? What
lesson did you learn from this activity? Write your observations in a bond
paper.

Notes To The Teacher

Use this rubric to evaluate the output of Activity 2. You may also require them
to paste a picture that supports their explanation about the activity. (Rubric may be
changed depending on the agreement between the teacher/facilitator and the
learner).

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 Rubric for Essay

Criteria Rating
The paper relates entirely to the
assigned topic or issue. 10 9 8 7 6
The paper conveys a genuine personal
view regarding the topic or issue. 10 9 8 7 6
The work is original.
10 9 8 7 6

Lesson
Mountaineering
3 (Hiking, Trekking, Camping, Orienteering)

What’s In
How was your aquatic activity at home? Did you just enjoy a bucket of water
in taking a bath or you just had a very relaxing time while singing under the shower?
Perhaps, you made your own version of a bathtub or a swimming pool where you
completely submerged your body to be refreshed from the very hot days during your
vacation. Only if you were allowed to go out on hiking or jogging and feel the cold
breeze early in the morning, you would have been doing it on a daily basis in order to
stay fit. Did you miss it already? Relax and enjoy as you are about to explore the
caves of knowledge and climb the mountains of activities this lesson is going to offer
you.

What I Need to Know

At the end of this lesson, you should be able to:

1. Discuss the nature of mountaineering;
2. Identify the different outdoor recreational activities related to mountaineering;
3. Advocate community/home efforts to increase participation in outdoor
recreational activities.

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 What Is It?

Are you planning a walk after the community quarantine? How about a longer
walk with your loved ones (family and friends)? Have you explored the mountains,
hills, caves, forests or hidden falls in/near your community? If your answer is no,
then think again. Maybe you are still a stranger in your own place.
Consider some outdoor recreational activities that bring you closer to nature.
It is very relaxing to hear the sound of singing birds and bubbling brooks; very
soothing when you feel the breath of fresh air on your face and smell the divine
fragrance of flowers. A line in an energy beverage commercial says, “Great things
start from small beginning.” So, start your recreational activities with hiking and/or
jogging even within your compound this season.
To fully understand, the following terms related to mountaineering are defined
below.

Recreational Activity Definition

It is an outdoor activity where there are clear paths to
follow. Paths are usually beautifully charted with signs
Hiking so that hikers won’t get lost along the trails. Natural
hiking trails serve as guides of the hikers to their
destinations. It is usually shorter than trekking.
This outdoor activity is a longer journey on foot
compared to hiking. The activity is quite challenging,
allowing the trekkers to pass through an uncharted
Trekking paths. Sometimes, this will take within a few days or
weeks. Usually, undeveloped places are explored in
trekking where there is a close-up view of the wonders of
nature.
Camping is an enjoyable outdoor activity that allows you
to experience simple adventures outside your homes. It
allows a lot of moving since it involves activities like
Camping carrying backpacks, hiking and most of all pitching of
tents. This activity lets you experience interaction and
bonding with others while engaging in different
educational activities.
It is an outdoor activity that requires you to follow a
specific sequence of pre-set course with the help of
navigating devices, specifically maps and compass to go
Orienteering
through an unfamiliar terrain. Aside from physical, this
activity requires mental toughness to be able to reach the
expected destination.

You can always make your own version of these recreational activities at
home. Just be creative and innovative. Even a simple household chore can be
converted into something that will give you and your loved ones an avenue to enjoy,
relax and bond with one another during quarantine period.

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 What I Have Learned?

Reflection:

1. Write a reflection on the importance of your participation in outdoor

recreational activities to yourself and to your family. How is doing outdoor
recreational activity with your loved ones contribute significant changes to you
as an individual. Write your answer below
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Summary
 Any activity that takes place during your free time is referred to as recreation. It
does not follow standard rules; it can be done anywhere; and most of all, it gives
enjoyment and self-satisfaction.

 Recreation is derived from the Latin word, “recreare” which means to be refreshed
(mapasigla), to relax or to enjoy.

 Participation in recreational activities varies from one person to another depending

on one’s intention, reason or belief.

 Recreation is categorized into active recreation and passive recreation. Active

recreational activities include jogging, swimming, hiking, biking or gardening while
passive recreational activities include watching television, listening to music or
reading books.

 Active recreational activities can be done indoor or outdoor.

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 Our country has many places to explore and to start many recreational activities,
whether on land, in air or on water.

 Water or aqua provides environments that are beneficial to you. An array of

recreational activities can be done in rivers, beaches, swimming pools, and the
like.

 Common aquatic recreational activities in the Philippines include swimming,

surfing, boating, rafting and fishing.

 Mountaineering is another outdoor recreational activity that brings you closer to

nature.

 Some terms related to mountaineering are hiking, trekking, camping and

orienteering.

NOTE:

PLEASE ANSWER ALL THE ACTIVITIES IN A LONG BOND PAPER.

DO NOT FORGET TO WRITE YOUR NAME AND SECTION. THANK YOU.

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