PHYSICAL EDUCATION

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  • what are the 9 essential tips for backpackers?
    pick a partner, pick a destination, know your time and distance, be physically ready, choose your gear and backpack, pack and wear appropriate clothing, plan you meal, keep communication lines up, wilderness ethics
  • find a friend who is on experienced hiker on back paper. It's safer to travel with a friend or group of friends
    pick a partner
  • do your research on your destination. Read travel books, websites or magazines
    pick a destination
  • know how long and how far the trip will take you. This will help you plan what you need to
    know your time and distance
  • make sure you are physically fit for the hike. You should have ample endurance to prepare yourself for long works
    be physically ready
  • try to pack as light as possible. Think about which comforts of home you can leave behind to save space and weight
    choose your gear and backpack
  • wear comfortable hiking pants or shorts
    pack and wear appropriate clothing
  • bring some trail mix to keep your energy up throughout the day
    plan your meal
  • before you leave for your trip, make sure that you have a contact person who knows all your emergency details
    keep communication lines open
  • pack out what you pack in. Practice the leave no trace principles by picking up after your trach and bringing them home with you
    wilderness ethics
  • what are the 10 essential hiking for beginners
    start small and choose the right trail for your fitness level, familiarize yourself with the trail, check the weather, tell someone where you will be, pack the 10 essentials, wear the right shoes and socks, dress for success, keep it light, pace yourself, leave no trace
  • select a hike a little shorter than the distance you can normally walk on a level or paved surface
    start small and choose the right trail for your fitness level
  • once you have selected a rail, obtain a map
    familiarize yourself with the trail
  • leading up to your hike, and again a few hours before, check the weather
    check the weather
  • it's important that someone not on the hike knows the itinerary and what time to worry
    tell someone where you will be
  • painful feet can ruin a hike. Invest in quality hiking shoes
    wear the right shoes and socks
  • dressing right is key to comfort on your hike
    dress for success
  • this means opting for the lightest of each item
    keep it light
  • you may feel like powering forward like a hero
    pace yourself
  • the beautiful trails we love will only stay beautiful if we care for them
    leave no trace
  • is the equipment taken on outdoors walking trips
    hiking equipment
  • hiking is usually divided into day-like and multiple-day hikes called
    backpacking, trekking, and walking tours
  • what are the 8 equipment used for outdoor activities
    navigation, sun protection, insulation, first aid kit, fire, hydration, nutrition, emergency shelter
  • is a field of study that focuses on the process of monitoring and controlling the movement of a craft or vehicle from one place to another
    navigation
  • for the most protection, wear a hat with a brim all the way around that shades your face, ears, and the back of your neck. A tightly woven fabric, such as canvas, works best to protect your skin from UV rays
    sun protection
  • lighting or illumination is the deliberate use of light to achieve practical or authentic effects. Lighting includes the use of both artificial light sources like lamp and light fixtures, as well as natural illumination by capturing daylight
    insulation
  • is a collection of supplies and equipment that is used to give medical treatment
    first aid kit
  • is the visible effect of the process of combustion a special type of chemical reaction. It occurs between oxygen in the air and some sort of fuel
    fire
  • drinking enough water each day is crucial for many reasons to regulate body temperature, keep joints lubricated, prevent infections, deliver nutrients to cells, and keep organ functioning properly
    hydration
  • is the study of how food and drink affects our bodies with a special regard to the essential nutrients necessary to support human health
    nutrition
  • bivy bags, were originally made for backpackers who needed to carrt a really light weight emergency shelter
    emergency shelter
  • is a form of walking, undertaken with the specific purpose of exploring and enjoying the scenery. It usually takes place on trails in areas of relatively unspoiled wilderness
    trekking
  • there are many reasons why we trek, these are 3 of my motivations
    nature is beautiful, forced disconnect, the journey
  • you will never see the same scene twice in nature. That is only one reason why nature is beautiful
    nature is beautiful
  • if I had to willingly turn off my phone for days I could not do it. Thankfully, most treks take you far from civilization and cell towers
    forced disconnect
  • depending on the trek, your adventure may lead you to waterfalls, vistas, or rock sculptures. Even though the destination is beautiful, I believe you truly enjoy your time you must value the journey
    the journey
  • essential gears for trekking
    backpacks for trekking, first aid kit, portable stove, water filter, sleeping bag, head lamp, hiking boots, map and compass
  • is a form of low cat, independent travel, which often includes staying in inexpensive lodgings and carrying all necessary possessions in a backpack
    backpack for trekking
  • is the first and immediate assistance given to any person suffering from either a minor or serious illness or injury with care provided to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening or to promote recovery
    first aid kit
  • is a cooking stove specially designed to be portable and lightweight, used in camping, picnicking, backpacking or other use in remote locations where an easily transportable means of cooking or heating is needed
    portable stove