OUTDOOR AND ADVENTURE EDUCATION

CURRICULUM SYLLABUS

MODULE 3: Outdoor Skills I: Navigation and Orienteering

 Map reading and interpretation

 Use of compass and GPS devices

 Orienteering techniques and practical exercises

MODULE 4: Outdoor Skills II: Camping and Shelter Building

 Equipment selection and maintenance

 Campsite selection and setup

 Shelter building techniques

MODULE 5: Outdoor Skills III: Wilderness First Aid

 Basic first aid principles

 Managing common outdoor injuries and illnesses

 Wilderness first aid scenarios and simulations

MODULE 6: Environmental Education and Sustainability

 Ecological principles and systems

 Leave No Trace principles

 Sustainable outdoor practices and conservation efforts

MODULE 7: Leadership in Outdoor Settings

 Leadership styles and theories

  Group dynamics and decision-making in outdoor environments

 Role of the leader in risk management

MODULE 8: Team Building and Group Dynamics

 Team-building activities and exercises

 Communication skills development

 Conflict resolution in outdoor settings

MODULE 9: Risk Management and Safety

 Hazard identification and assessment

 Emergency response planning

 Case studies and best practices in risk management

MODULE 10: Psychological Benefits of Outdoor Experiences

 Nature and mental health

 Stress reduction and resilience-building in outdoor environments

 Therapeutic applications of outdoor and adventure activities

MODULE 11: Planning and Leading Outdoor Adventures

 Trip planning and logistics

 Safety considerations and emergency preparedness

 Leadership responsibilities during outdoor excursions

MODULE 12: Field Experience I: Day Hike

 Application of navigation, camping, and wilderness first aid skills

  Leadership opportunities and group dynamics in a day hike setting

MODULE 13: Field Experience II: Overnight Camping Trip

 Multi-day trip planning and preparation

 Campsite management and meal planning

 Reflection and debriefing on the overnight camping experience

MODULE 14: Culminating Project: Outdoor Adventure Plan

 Students will work in groups to plan and propose an outdoor adventure trip

 Presentations of adventure plans, including route details, safety considerations, and

environmental impact assessments

MODULE 15: Reflection and Review

 Reflection on personal growth and learning throughout the course

 Review of key concepts and skills

 Opportunities for further exploration and involvement in outdoor and adventure

education

Assessment:

 Participation in class discussions and activities

 Quizzes and exams assessing theoretical knowledge

 Practical assessments of outdoor skills

 Group projects and presentations

 Reflection papers on field experiences and personal growth

Resources:

 "Outdoor Leadership: Technique, Common Sense & Self Confidence" by John Graham

 "Leave No Trace: A Guide to the New Wilderness Etiquette" by Annette McGivney

 "Outdoor Adventure Handbook" by Hugh McManners

 Online resources such as the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, National
Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), and Wilderness Medical Associates International.