Outdoor Recreation Flashcards

Flashcards about outdoor recreation

Land Recreational Activities

Outdoor recreational activities encompassing leisure time pursuits conducted on land, ranging from sports and camping to hiking and biking.

Hiking

A long walk in the country for pleasure.

Trekking

A long or difficult journey, especially on foot.

Base Layer

Layer of clothing worn next to the skin for warmth or breathability.

Topographic Map

A map that shows the shape and elevation of the land.

Orienteering

An outdoor activity involving navigating using a map and compass.

Insulating Layer

Layer of clothing that traps body heat.

Mountaineering

Challenging form of climbing that involves technical difficulty and commitment.

Frontcountry Camping

Camping in planned campgrounds close to vehicles with certain amenities (such as bathrooms and stores) and emergency aid.

Backcountry Camping

Camping in remote areas with limited amenities where motorized vehicles cannot reach.

Wind/Rain Barrier Layer

The outermost layer of clothing that protects against wind and rain.

Camping

An outdoor activity involving overnight stays in a temporary shelter, like a tent to experience nature and engage in recreational activities.

Thomas Hiram Holding

Father of modern camping.

Participant information

Gather names, contact details, and health information for safety and emergency purposes.

Base layer fabrics

For warm weather, thin, breathable fabrics like cotton and for cold weather, moisture-wicking fabrics like synthetics, wool, and silk.

Down (Insulating Material)

Warm but not waterproof.

Synthetic (Insulating Material)

Waterproof but heavier.

Loft

A thicker loft provides better warmth.

Tents

provides protection from rain, wind, and insects.

Cooking and Eating Utensils

Essential tools like a spoon, fork, and knife (or a camping Swiss knife for convenience).

Backcountry water source

Selecting a camping spot near a water source is important. You will need to filter or purify the water you drink and prepare food with.

Camping food

Lightweight, non-perishable, and high-energy foods such as trail mix, nuts, dried fruits, energy bars, canned goods, instant noodles, and dehydrated meals.

Orienteering

Outdoor activity where the participant's goal is to find various checkpoints in a specific sequence on a pre-set course using a detailed map and compass to navigate in unfamiliar terrain.

Orienteering beginning

Started as a military word that meant “crossing unknown grounds” using maps and compass.

Legends

Tells you valuable information. It will describe the terrain, roads, buildings, rivers, etc. symbols.

Mountaineering

Is more than just climbing based on a mountain's height; it involves challenges rated through systems like the Yosemite Decimal System.

Trip planning

Successfull and even disastrous due to poor planning or , worst, no planning at all.

Backpack

Very important during a hike, since everything that one will be needing is carried in this pack.

Footwear

Trekking requires long walks, and the shoes are the most important equipment at this point.

Nutrition and Hydration

For outdoor activities, bring lightweight, non-perishable, and energy-rich foods while ensuring sufficient water intake.

Safety and Preparation

Plan trips thoroughly, carry emergency gear, and ensure participants are physically conditioned.