Spotlight on Land-based Activities

Choose an outdoor activity that you can perform for at least 30 minutes/day. Of course you'll need to choose activities that are appropriate for the season - trying to snowshoe in the summer when there's no snow can be embarrassing! Running or orienteering can be done all year, but these are best in the summer, or parts of the spring or fall when there's no danger of slipping on ice.

Always be sure to practice the correct technique for the activities you've chosen.

Self-challenge Activities

Decide with your teacher which of these activities to complete:

• Map out or invent an obstacle course to run, hike, ski, or combine with other alternative environment activities. You might also try setting a course on a wall climb. Have someone time you as you move through the course. Take a minute to ask yourself how you'll know if you're improving. Try this activity at least three more times and check to see if you notice improvement.
• Ski / snowshoe / walk / run using local trails, school grounds, or while on a camping trip.
• What makes this environment different from other dimensions such as games or dance?
  

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