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Soldier’s Hills III Subd. Brgy. 180, Tala, North Caloocan City

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Teacher: _______________________________________ Period cover: ____________________________
Week # 11

LESSON 10: HIKING

I. INTRODUCTION/FOCUS QUESTIONS

After learning the basic concepts of hiking, definition, benefits and the basic essentials of hiking, are you confident enough to
do some hiking activities? In conducting outdoor activities, the first thing you must acknowledge aside of learning the basic concepts
is the safety. In this lesson, you will be able to learn the different guidelines that will help you to enjoy the outdoor activities without
compromising your safety.

II. LESSON OBJECTIVES

At the end of this lesson, you are expected to:
a. identify the different hiking tips;
b. describe the different risk and hazards in hiking; and
c. value the importance of guidelines in hiking.

III. PRE- ASSESSMENT

Directions: Write T if the statement is correct and F if not.

_________1. Take a risk going onto ledges to get the ‘perfect’ selfie.
_________2. Follow the map along with permitted areas and pay attention to the warnings on the map.
_________3. Follow the same route down, or one you know well.
_________4. Split up and take different trails.
_________5. Stay well hydrated.

IV. LESSON CONTENT

TIPS FOR CHOOSING A HIKING ROUTE

Before you start your search for the perfect hike, it’s helpful to think through a few things, such as:

1. Time: Do you have a couple hours or a full day? The amount of time you have can determine where you go. Don’t forget to factor
in how long it takes to get to and from the trailhead.
2. Fitness level: Honestly assess what kind of shape you’re in. You want to have an enjoyable time out there rather than suffering
through a long, strenuous hike that you’re not prepared for.
3. Distance: Think about how many miles and hours you’re comfortable hiking. An average walking pace is about 3 mph, but your
hiking pace may be slower than that depending on terrain, elevation gain and how much weight you’re carrying on your back.
4. Elevation gain: The amount of elevation gain on a hike is one factor that determines the difficulty. With a little experience, you’ll
come to know how much elevation gain you can comfortably handle and what is too much.
5. Time of year and weather: Some trails won’t be accessible in early spring because they’re covered in snow. If it’s fall and the sun
is setting earlier, plan accordingly so you’re not caught out after dark unexpectedly. Always check the weather forecast before heading
out so you can dress and pack appropriately.
6. Logistics: Certain hikes require a bit more planning. For instance, if you end up doing a hike that starts and finishes at different
places, you’ll need to shuttle cars to your start and end points.

WHAT ARE THE RISKS AND HAZARDS OF THE HIKING TRAIL?

✔ Hikers getting lost.

✔ Medical incidents such as strokes, heart attacks and illnesses.

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✔ Fatigue, hypothermia, dehydration and heat exhaustion.

✔ Injuries from slips and falls on the trail.

✔ Injuries caused by animals, snakes and insects on the trail.

✔ Hikers getting trapped or injured by forces of nature such as flooding, veld fires and lightning.

✔ Injuries brought about by criminal attacks, assaults and robberies.

SAFETY WHILE HIKING

⮚ When you have planned well for the hike – stick to the plan!

⮚ Follow the map along with permitted areas and pay attention to the warnings on the map.

⮚ Keep to the straightforward routes on well-used paths. Follow the same route down, or one you know well.

⮚ Don’t walk off-trail.

⮚ Heed signs advising of danger and do not take short cuts or go down unknown ravines.

⮚ Trails are generally uneven, rocky and can be dangerous, so make sure you are paying attention, especially to how you land
your feet, you don’t want to twist an ankle!
⮚ Stay with your party; don't split up and take different trails. Be aware of your surroundings and landmarks and pace yourself.

⮚ Stay well hydrated.

⮚ Do not risk going onto ledges to get the ‘perfect’ selfie.

⮚ Be watchful for snakes and other hazards.

⮚ Turn off cellular phones or switch to "airplane mode" to conserve the battery.

⮚ Do not use your cell phone as a light source, which will drain its batteries. Use the flashlight you packed instead.

V. PRACTICE
Directions: Explain the following Risk and Hazards and why it occurs during hiking activities. Write your answers at the back of this
page or on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Hikers getting lost.

2. Medical incidents such as strokes, heart attacks and illnesses.
3. Fatigue, hypothermia, dehydration and heat exhaustion.
4. Injuries from slips and falls on the trail.
5. Injuries caused by animals, snakes and insects on the trail.
6. Hikers getting trapped or injured by forces of nature such as flooding, veld fires and lightning.
7. Injuries brought about by criminal attacks, assaults and robberies.

VI. ENRICHMENT
Answer the following questions.
1. What is the importance of different guidelines in hiking?
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2. Does an evacuation required in hiking? and what are the most common emergencies you might encounter in hiking?

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3. Does the tip in choosing hiking route will help you to have a successful hiking experience? Why? And Why not?
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Criteria Weight Outstanding Very good Average Satisfactory Needs Score
2.5 points 2.0 points 1.5 points 1 point Improvement
0.5 points
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focusing only on relevant concepts, relevant concepts, that are not
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included. included. relevant.
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thoughts is logical thoughts is well- thoughts is thoughts is thoughts needs
and well- expressed but some somehow apparently to work on.
expressed. ideas are expressed. misleading, yet,
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expressed.
Total 2

VII. EVALUATION
IDENTIFICATION. Identify what tip of choosing hiking route best describes the following statements. Write your answer on the
space provided before the number.
__________________________1. Think about how many miles and hours you’re comfortable hiking.
__________________________2. Certain hikes require a bit more planning
__________________________3. Some trails won’t be accessible in early spring because they’re covered in snow
__________________________4. The amount of elevation gain on a hike is one factor that determines the difficulty
__________________________5. Honestly assess what kind of shape you’re in
__________________________6. The amount of time you have can determine where you go
__________________________7. An average walking pace is about 3 mph, but your hiking pace may be slower than that depending
on terrain, elevation gain and how much weight you’re carrying on your back.
__________________________8. Always check the weather forecast before heading out so you can dress and pack appropriately.
__________________________9. Don’t forget to factor in how long it takes to get to and from the trailhead.
__________________________10. If you end up doing a hike that starts and finishes at different places, you’ll need to shuttle cars to
your start and end points.

B. Directions: Write T if the statement is correct and F if not.

_________1. When you have planned well for the hike, do not stick to the plan.
_________2. Trails are generally uneven, rocky and can be dangerous, so make sure you are paying attention, especially to how you
land your feet, you don’t want to twist an ankle!
_________3. You can use your cell phone as a light source.
_________4. Be watchful for snakes and other hazards.
_________5. Risk going onto ledges to get the ‘perfect’ selfie
_________6. Follow the map along with permitted areas and pay attention to the warnings on the map.
_________7. Follow the same route down, or one you know well.
_________8. Split up and take different trails.
_________9. Stay well hydrated.
_________10. Turn off cellular phones or switch to "airplane mode" to conserve the battery.

Source/s:
https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/hiking-for-beginners.html
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