motivations for outdoor experiences sac 2 Flashcards
definition of experiential knowledge/experiential learning
This can be simply defined as - ‘to learn by doing’. It is essentially obtaining knowledge and understanding of the outdoors by participating in the environment.
definition of interrelationship
The way in which two or more things affect each other because they are related in some way.
personal responses to outdoor environments
If motivated to partake in Outdoor Activities, we will respond accordingly. Not everyone has the same responses and emotions to the same outdoor environment or challenge they may face. For example, a view from the top of a cliff; some people might appreciate it whereas others may fear it. The ones who appreciate it might contemplate abseiling down the cliff whereas the ones who fear the cliff may never visit this place again.
We have:
- Positive responses
- Negative responses
what is fear? include definition, example, and potential link to behaviour.
Definition: An unpleasant emotion, making someone scared (negative)
Example: Fear of water. Eg Rivers
Link:
- May never want to visit this kind of environment again.
- May deter others from visiting
what is a resource ?
a resource can be described as something from the environment that supplies, supports or aids humans in some way
the environment has always played a big part in providing resources for humans to survive, weather it is a source of water or food, or four materials such as rocks and timber for shelter
seeing the land as a resource could be a negative response if it leads to increased exploitation ( benefiting from resources often in an unsustainable way ) and distractions of environments
what is curiosity? include definition, example, and potential link to behaviour.
Definition: Uncertainty of an Outdoor Experience or Adventure experience, and the negative effects it has on us. (Negative)
Example:
- Is the event or trip planned completely?
- Do we know what we are about to experience (detail)?
- Have risks been identified for the experience?
Link:
- Doubt
- Stress
- Loss of Confidence
- Increased level of risk, or chance of injury.
what is awe? include definition, example, and potential link to behaviour.
Definition:
(Positive)
Feeling of admiration
Example:
I am in awe of this place because it is beautiful and I wish I could come here more often.
Link:
- Revisit the environment.
- Gain desire to visit similar places
- May want to spend more time outdoors in the environment.
what is appreciation? include definition, example, and potential link to behaviour.
Definition:
(Positive)
The recognition of value, significance and enjoyment of the good qualities of an environment.
Example:
I really appreciate the view from the lookout because it makes me appreciate our great land
Link:
- May appreciate more things in life
- Desire to visit similar environments.
Why would our responses to nature change : As We Age
Example: As we get older we may have more money to go out and experience more places/activities. We have the financial capacity to experience overseas places, or to experience expensive outdoor activities (eg. Whitewater rafting).
definition of environmental exploitation:
making use and benefiting from environmental resources (Eg timber) in an unsustainable way often leading to environmental degradation (damage)
Why would our responses to nature change: As Society Changes
Example: Follow society and the social norms of that time (what is popular at that time, and how we might gain access to it.
other ideas for as we age:
- Gain Maturity (Growth)
- Gain Experience (Knowledge)
- Appreciation for Outdoors (Respect)
- As we get older - more cautious
- When we are young - take more risks
- Physical ability changes as we age
- When older we have more time (retirement)
- Gain greater respect for the environment
- Personal relationships with outdoor spaces/places changes
- Natural spaces may elicit positive/negative responses many years later
other responses for as society changes:
- Follow perceptions of others - followers of society
- Directed by Government or Governing bodies - laws, regulations, etc.
- Become fearful of the outdoors - natural disasters, accidents, etc.
- Individuals/Groups want to protect the outdoors
- Clean up Aus Day, Sustainable living, rallies, protests
- Appreciation of Natural Environments - capture & share nature with others : Take a photo, Facebook, Insta, etc.
what is recreation and adventure ?
recreation is typically characterised by the goals of fun, pleasure and adventure
what is a spiritual connection
it could be a spiritual notion where you find a sense of place and can out your life into perspective or a deeper connection that cannot be achieved through participation in purely recreational area
