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Recreational Activities

Activities done for enjoyment, relaxation, and rejuvenation, often involving outdoor pursuits and physical exercise.

Physical Education

Instruction in physical exercise and games, especially in schools.

Health

The state of being free from illness or injury, encompassing physical, mental, and social well-being.

Workbook

A booklet or digital document in which students can record answers, notes, and other information related to their studies.

Outdoor Activities

Recreational pursuits that take place outside, such as hiking, biking, camping, and water sports.

Ecotourism

Tourism that involves visiting natural areas to learn about the environment, conserve it, and improve the well-being of local people.

Free Time

Time not dedicated to work, school, or other obligations, often used for leisure activities and relaxation.

Recreation

Activities done for enjoyment and relaxation, often involving hobbies, sports, and outdoor pursuits.

Wellness

The state of being in good health, both physically and mentally, achieved through proper nutrition, exercise, and self-care.

Mountaineering

Engaging in the activity of climbing mountains for sport or recreation.

Swimming

The act of moving through water by using the limbs.

Parasailing

A recreational activity where a person is towed behind a boat while attached to a parachute.

Trekking/Hiking

Walking for long distances, especially in natural environments like mountains or forests.

Snorkeling

Swimming on or through a body of water equipped with a diving mask and a breathing tube.

Skydiving

Jumping from an aircraft and free-falling before parachuting to the ground.

Camping

Setting up temporary shelter and living outdoors for a period of time.

Diving

Jumping or falling into water, often from a diving board or platform.

Paragliding

A recreational and competitive flying sport where a pilot flies a foot-launched aircraft.

Backpacking

Traveling or hiking while carrying one's belongings in a backpack.

Surfing

Riding on the crest or along the tunnel of a wave while standing or lying on a surfboard.

Picnic

A meal eaten outdoors, often in a natural environment.

Canoeing

Propelling a canoe through water using a paddle.

Birdwatching

Observing and identifying birds in their natural habitats.

Kayaking

Moving across water in a small watercraft known as a kayak.

Mountain Biking

Riding bicycles off-road on rough terrain.

Whitewater Rafting

Navigating rough waters on an inflatable raft.

Orienteering

A competitive sport that involves navigating through unfamiliar terrain using a map and compass.

Sailing

Controlling a boat or ship using wind as the driving force.

Canyoneering

Exploring canyons by combining activities like hiking, climbing, rappelling, and swimming.

Fishing

The activity of catching fish, typically for sport or food.

Rock Climbing

Ascending rock formations using specialized equipment and techniques.

Bamboo Rafting

Floating on a raft made of bamboo, often used for recreational purposes.

National Sleep Foundation

An organization providing recommendations and information on sleep health, suggesting 7-9 hours of sleep for young adults.

Balanced Diet

A diet that includes all the necessary nutrients in appropriate amounts to maintain good health.

Leave No Trace Seven Principles

A set of universal outdoor ethics guiding activities in nature, emphasizing conservation and responsible enjoyment.

Outdoor Recreation

Engaging in activities in natural environments for leisure, relaxation, and physical well-being.

Durable Surfaces

Surfaces like established tracks, rocks, and dry grasses suitable for walking, running, biking, or camping to minimize environmental impact.

Food Craving

A strong desire for specific foods, often influenced by fluctuating blood sugar levels, emotions, or habits.

Eating Habits

Patterns and behaviors related to food consumption, including timing, portion control, and emotional associations.

Sleep Deprivation

Not getting enough sleep, which can lead to fatigue, poor concentration, and negative impacts on health and well-being.

Balanced Eating

Consuming a variety of foods in appropriate amounts to meet nutritional needs and maintain good health.

Meal Regularity

Establishing a routine for meals, like having breakfast and dinner at consistent times, associated with healthier dietary patterns.

Leave No Trace Seven Principles

A set of guidelines for outdoor ethics, including principles like "Plan ahead and prepare" and "Dispose of waste properly."

Principle 6

Respect Wildlife:Guidelines for interacting with wild animals, such as observing from a distance and not feeding them.

Principle 7

Be Considerate of Other Visitors:Guidelines for respecting other people in outdoor recreational areas, including yielding on trails and minimizing noise.

Aquatic Activities

Recreational activities that take place in or on water, such as swimming, snorkeling, surfing, and scuba diving.

Snorkeling

An activity where individuals swim underwater with the aid of a snorkel and mask to observe marine life and improve fitness.

Snorkeling equipment

Gear used for snorkeling, including a snorkel, goggles, fins, floating vest, and rash guard.

Mask squeeze

Condition where soft tissues beneath the mask swell and discolor due to pressure on the air space in the mask.

Snorkel

Equipment allowing breathing at the water's surface with the face submerged, consisting of a tube (barrel) and a mouthpiece.

Fins

Equipment worn on the feet to provide propulsion and efficiency in swimming, with types including full-foot fins and adjustable fins.

Paddle-bladed fins

Fins with a single, full blade for fast acceleration and good control, suitable for careful movement around corals.

Split fins

Fins with a design that directs water force more directly behind the fin, making it easier to propel forward and kick efficiently.

Split Fins

Fins designed for snorkeling that are better for moving forward than for back paddling, frog kicking, or turning.

Snorkel Vests

Small, inflatable vests that provide buoyancy while floating on water, helping conserve energy. Not a substitute for a life vest.

Skin Protection

Measures to protect the skin during snorkeling, including sunscreen, long sleeve rash guards, and wetsuits for cold waters.

Swimming Cap

Helps keep hair out of the snorkel and prevents scalp from burning on sunny days.

Mask Defogger

Solution to prevent the mask from fogging up, should be nontoxic, biodegradable, and alcohol-free.

Fogging

When the lens of the mask becomes hazy due to condensation from warm humid air meeting the cold lens.

Floating Position

Technique to float comfortably in the water, adjusting body position to breathe evenly through the snorkel.

Kicking to Move

Using snorkeling fins to do flutter strokes or dolphin kicks for efficient movement in the water.

"Feet-First" Dive

Diving technique where feet go down first, followed by raising arms, pulling knees to chest, and swimming underwater.

"Head-First" Dive

Diving technique where one kicks forward, pulls knees and arms toward the chest, thrusts legs up, and maintains a streamlined position to glide into the water.

Snorkeling Guide

A certified professional capable of leading aquatic enthusiasts to dive sites, knowledgeable about local underwater organisms, responsible for planning safe and enjoyable aquatic activities.

Dive Guide

A certified professional responsible for leading groups of divers, knowledgeable about dive sites, skilled in navigation, water rescue, marine animal identification, and a skilled swimmer.

Aerobic Exercise

Physical activity that raises the heart rate and improves oxygen consumption, recommended for achieving fitness levels required for activities like snorkeling and diving.

Canoe

A narrow, open boat with pointed ends, propelled by paddles, suitable for exploring rivers, lakes, and canals.

Kayak

A covered boat with a small opening for the paddler, propelled by a double-bladed paddle, suitable for exploring various bodies of water.

Canoeing

The activity of paddling a canoe, often used for transportation and recreational purposes on water bodies.

Kayaking

The activity of paddling a kayak, known for its maneuverability and versatility in different water conditions.

Paddle

A tool used for propelling and steering canoes and kayaks, essential for navigating through water bodies.

Fitness Level

The physical condition of an individual, achieved through regular exercise and training, important for activities like snorkeling, diving, canoeing, and kayaking.

Boat Structure

The design and features of canoes and kayaks, including differences in deck coverage, seating position, and paddle type, influencing their performance on water.

Bottom Shape

The shape of the bottom of a boat, which affects its stability and performance. There are three basic bottom shapes:flat, round, and vee.

Flat

A bottom shape design providing good stability in calm waters but easy turning in rough waters like white waters.

Round

A bottom shape designed for speed and efficiency, offering stability in most waters but requiring balance to keep the boat upright.

Vee

A bottom shape design between flat and round, offering good all-around performance with practice.

Profile or sides of a boat

Different designs of the sides of a boat that impact stability and maneuverability.

Tumblehome design

Sides of the boat curve inward, allowing easier reach to the water while maintaining stability.

Flared sides

Sides curve outward, providing stability as the boat carries heavier cargo.

Straight sides

A combination of tumblehome and flared sides, offering a balance between stability and maneuverability.

Paddles

Equipment used to maneuver the boat, with single-bladed paddles for canoes and double-bladed paddles for kayaks.

Choosing a paddle

Factors to consider include physique, boat size, and stroking preference to determine the appropriate paddle length and type.

Canoeing

A water sport where individuals propel a canoe using paddles, typically done in rivers, lakes, or other bodies of water.

Kayaking

A water sport where individuals propel a kayak using a double-bladed paddle, often done in rivers, lakes, or the ocean.

Posture

The position of the body while sitting in a canoe or kayak, important for efficiency, balance, and preventing strain or injury.

Paddle

An essential tool used for propelling a canoe or kayak through the water, with specific techniques for holding and using it effectively.

Forward Stroke

The basic paddling stroke used to move a canoe or kayak forward, involving phases like catch, power, and exit/recovery.

Catch Phase

The initial part of the forward stroke where the paddle enters the water, setting up for the power phase.

Power Phase

The phase of the forward stroke where the paddler exerts force to move the boat forward, involving proper technique and body rotation.

Exit and Recovery

The final phase of the forward stroke where the paddle is removed from the water and prepared for the next stroke, crucial for efficiency and speed.

Sea Kayaking

A type of kayaking done in the open sea, where kayakers face challenges such as wind, waves, currents, tide rips, and varying shoreline conditions.

Whitewater Rapids

Sections of a river where the water moves rapidly over rocks and creates waves, rated based on difficulty levels from Class I to Class VI.

International Scale of River Difficulty

An American system used to rate the difficulty of river stretches or rapids, ranging from Class I (Easy) to Class VI (Extreme and Exploratory).

Scuba Diving

A diving method where a diver uses a regulator and a tank with compressed air to breathe underwater, allowing for longer and deeper explorations beneath the water's surface.

SCUBA

Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus, a gear that allows divers to breathe underwater.

William James

Inventor of the first workable, full-time SCUBA in 1825.

Augustus Siebe

German-born inventor who innovated a closed diving suit in 1837, completing the diving helmet of Deane.

Benoit Rouquayrol and Auguste Denayrouze

Frenchmen who patented the "Aerophore" in 1866, a forerunner of modern-day scuba gear.

Henry A

English merchant seaman who developed the first self-contained diving gear using compressed oxygen in 1876.