Students learn first-aid and survival skills for use in outdoor or wilderness settings.
Strategies Have students run through an obstacle course and perform relay races in preparation for orienteering activities. Have small groups design orienteering courses, and then have others in the class participate in each orienteering activity. Use video instruction for activities such as rock climbing, kayaking, backpacking, or sailing. Review survival skills using videos, simulations, charts, books, or guest speakers. Have students work in partners or small groups to practise lifesaving procedures for water-based activities.