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• Snorkeling


  Peeking through the life underneath water by swimming by the aid of a snorkel and mask
• Snorkeling


  • Allows observing the underwater attractions for a longer period of time, without the need to constantly resurface to gasp for air, and with relatively lesser effort
  • Works out the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, ankles, hip, flexors, core muscles, and shoulders while swimming
• Canoe


  A boat that is propelled by paddling
• The word "canoe" originated from the Carib word "kenu" which means dugout
• Canoes were originally made from large tree trunks
• The more well-known version of the canoe was introduced by the North American Indians where the frame was built from wooden ribs
• The oldest known canoe, Pesse Canoe, believe to be constructed between 8200 and 7600 B.C. was found in the Netherlands
• Canoeing


  A sport which involves paddling a canoe with a single-bladed paddle
• Kayak


  Also called qajak, means "man's boat or "hunter's boat" originated from the Inuit and Aleut tribes of Arctic North America
• The early kayaks were very individualized as each kayak was crafted by the user, basing the measurement to the frame of his body and not on any standard
• The oldest existing kayaks are exhibited in North America Department of the State Museum of Ethnology Munich
• Kayaking


  The use of a kayak for moving across water, distinguished from canoeing by the sitting position of the paddler and the number of blades on the paddle
• Scuba diving


  A diving method where a diver uses a regulator as the breathing apparatus and a tank with compressed air which enables the diver to breath normally underwater
• Scuba is an acronym for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus
• Aquatic activities


  • Regular swimming builds endurance, muscle strength, and cardio-vascular fitness
  • Kicking workouts, water aerobics, pool running, or a regular swimming workout can all give you a great exercise session without the weight of your body pounding you with each move
  • After a land workout, swimming a few laps can help you cool-down, move blood through your muscles to help them recover, and help you relax as you glide through the water
• Aquatic activity


  • Ideal medium for exercise for those who have injuries
  • With properly trained staff to guide patrons, water can be an injury free environment for people with a wide variety of abilities and ages
  • Improves balance in upright positions
  • Allows for a greater variety of movements than on land and increase strength faster by decreasing the effects of gravity
  • Increases range of motion and flexibility
  • Prevents or slows atrophy of weakened muscles due to increased circulation and movement
  • Speeds recovery by relieving the use of braces and physical aids
  • Builds self-confidence, self-image, and self-concept
  • Allows ambulation earlier than on land
  • Promotes leisure-time activities
  • Promotes physical fitness, wellness, and a positive lifestyle
  • Promotes opportunities for self-determination
• Items to include in your pack for outdoor recreation

  • Candle
  • Clothing (always bring something warm, extra socks, and rain gear)
  • Compass
  • First aid kit
  • Radio with batteries
  • Food (bring extra)
  • Flashlight
  • Foil (to use as a cup or signaling device)
  • Hat
  • Insect repellent
  • Map
  • Nylon filament
  • Pocket knife
  • Pocket mirror (to use as a signaling device)
  • Prescription glasses (an extra pair)
  • Prescription medications for ongoing medical conditions
  • Space blanket or a piece of plastic (to use for warmth or shelter)
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Trash bag (makes an adequate poncho)
  • Water
  • Waterproof matches or matches in a waterproof tin
  • Water purification tablets
  • Whistle (to scare off animals or to use as a signaling device)
• Role of a first aider


  • Provide immediate, lifesaving, medical care before the arrival of further medical help
  • Perform procedures such as: Placing an unconscious casualty into the recovery position, Performing Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Using an automated external defibrillator (AED), Stopping bleeding using pressure and elevation, Keeping a fractured limb still
• Objectives of first aid


  • To save lives
  • To prolong life
  • To alleviate suffering
  • To prevent further injury
• Characteristics of a good first aider


  • Gentle-does not cause pain and panic
  • Observant-notices all signs
  • Resourceful-makes the best use of things at hand
  • Tactful- does not frighten the victim
  • Sympathetic- comforts and reassures the victim
• Outdoor recreation common first aid injuries


  • Cut/Scrape
  • Bite/Sting
  • Burn
  • Fracture
  • Sprain
  • Strain
  • Dislocation
  • Hypothermia
  • Frostbite
  • Heat exhaustion
  • Heat stroke
  • Dehydration
• First Aid


  1. Placing an unconscious casualty into the recovery position

  2. Performing Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

  3. Using an automated external defibrillator (AED)

  4. Stopping bleeding using pressure and elevation

  5. Keeping a fractured limb still
• Objectives of First Aid


  • To save lives
  • To prolong life
• Characteristics of a Good First Aider


  • Gentle-does not cause pain and panic
  • Observant-notices all signs
  • Resourceful-makes the best use of things at hand
  • Tactful- does not frighten the victim
  • Sympathetic- comforts and reassures the victim
• Outdoor Recreation Common First Aid Injuries


  • Cut/Scrape
  • Burn
  • Insect Bite/Sting
  • Splinter
  • Sunburn
  • Nosebleed
• Treating a Cut/Scrape


  1. Press firmly over the site with a clean cloth until it stops bleeding

  2. Clean with lukewarm running water and gently pat dry

  3. Apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment, then cover with a bandage or gauze and adhesive tape
• Treating a Burn


  1. Immediately hold injury under cold running water or apply a cold, wet towel until the pain subsides

  2. Cover any small blisters with a loose bandage or gauze and tape

  3. Call a doctor as soon as possible if burns are on the face, hands, or genitals, or if they're larger than 1/4 inch anywhere on the body

  4. For a burn covering a tenth of the body or more, don't use cold compresses; call emergency hotline and cover up with a clean sheet or a blanket to prevent hypothermia until help arrives

  5. Do not pop any blisters yourself

  6. Apply antibiotic cream and cover the area with a bandage or gauze until it's healed

  7. Watch for any redness, swelling, tenderness, or discharge as these are signs of infection
• Treating an Insect Bite/Sting


  1. If the insect left a stinger, gently scrape the skin with your fingernail to remove it without breaking it

  2. Refrain from using tweezers because that can squeeze more venom out of the stinger, causing further injury

  3. Call emergency personnel if you have trouble breathing, coughing, or develop a hoarse voice, hives, or swollen lips or tongue
• Treating a Splinter


  1. Use soap and water to wash around the splinter

  2. Clean a pair of tweezers with rubbing alcohol and slowly pull the splinter out

  3. Rewash the skin

  4. If you come across a fragment that is hard to remove, leave it for a day or so to see if it will come out on its own
• Treating a Sunburn


  1. If you feel dizzy, weak, sick to your stomach, or are spiking a high fever-or if the burn is severe (oozing blisters form within 48 hours) and covering a significant portion of your body-go to the Emergency Room

  2. If your only symptoms are discomfort and redness, apply cold compresses and aloe vera lotion and take some ibuprofen

  3. Avoid creams with petroleum, which can cause infection, or anything ending in - Caine
• Treating a Nosebleed


  1. Sit upright and don't tilt your head back

  2. Loosen any tight clothing around your neck

  3. Pinch the lower end of the nose close to the nostrils and lean forward while you apply constant pressure for five to ten minutes

  4. Don't release and check the nose; it could prolong the bleeding

  5. If the nosebleed is the result of trauma, you can reduce swelling by holding an ice pack against the bridge of the nose after the bleeding slows down

  6. If it persists for more than ten minutes or returns later, call medics or seek medical help in order to check for breakage
• Traveling as a group can mean inside jokes, great stories, learning more about how to travel, and plenty of laughs. Unfortunately, it usually also involves more precise planning and a lot of organization, which can lead to tension, indecisiveness, and bad planning.
• Ten Essential checklists for backpackers

  • Navigation (map, compass, GPS)
  • Sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses)
  • Insulation (rain jacket, extra layers)
  • Illumination (headlamp, flashlight, batteries)
  • First-aid supplies
  • Fire (matches, lighter, waterproof container, firestarter)
  • Repair kit and tools (knife, multi-tool, kits for stove, mattress, duct tape)
  • Nutrition (extra day's supply of food)
  • Hydration (water bottles, water filter or other treatment systems)
  • Emergency shelter (tent, tarp, reflective blanket)
• Engaging yourself in some kind of recreational activity that excites you is the best way to bring down unwanted worries, tensions, and stress and you feel happier and healthier.
• Benefits of Recreational Activities

  • Stronger bonds with family
  • Reduced levels of anxiety and stress
  • Makes you healthy and fit
  • Better levels of motivation and self-esteem
  • Improved quality of life
  • Increased levels of productivity ensuring successful lives