SAC 2 Flashcards
(27 cards)
define experiential knowledge
obtaining knowledge and understanding of the outdoors by participating. these experiences allow us to gain a sense of place and form relationships with the place
define interrelationship
the way in which living and non-living components and processes interact within the same or nearby environments.
define environmental exploitation
making use of environments and benefiting from their resources. often done in unsustainable way which causes degradation and destruction
2 positive responses to outdoor environments
awe and appreciation
2 negative responses to outdoor environments
fear and curiosity
define awe, give example and potential link
feeling of admiration. i’m in awe of this place and its beauty. revisit the environment.
define appreciation, give example and potential link
recognition of value, significance and enjoyment of the environment. i appreciate the view from the lookout. may appreciate things more in life.
define fear, give example and potential link
an unpleasant emotion. fear of water. never want to go there again.
define curiosity, give example and potential link
uncertainty of an outdoor experience. have risks been identified. doubt, stress, loss of confidence.
4 ways people use an outdoor environments
resource
study site
recreation & adventure
spiritual connection
define resource
can be described as something from the environment that supplies, supports or aids humans in a way.
how do we use the environment as a resource
we use water and shelter when we go on camps
define recreation and adventure
one of the most common values held in relation to the environment. recreation is typically characterised by the goals of fun, pleasure and adventure.
how do we use the environment as recreation and adventure
riding
snowboarding
hiking
swimming
3 types of risks for safe participation in outdoors
environmental risks
risks with people
risks with equipment
define environmental risks & example
- the environment itself
- factors such as weather, terrain, remoteness, shelter
define risks with people & example
- linked to participants
- includes leaders, students or anyone you come in contact with
- factors such as skills, knowledge, experience, health, ability, age or fear
define risks with equipment & example
- linked to equipment we use
- includes clothing, kayaks, surfboards, bikes, tents, motor vehicles or fuel stoves.
DRSABCD
Danger Response- COWS Send For Help Airways Breathing- look, listen, feel CPR- 2:30 Defibrillator
factors that influence personal responses
age background education experience culture religion
example of interrelationship
the ways in which plants and animals interact
define ecological perspectives
its concerning biological sciences that exist within the different ecosystems along with the interrelationships of all living things.
example of ecological perspectives
scientists or biologists
define social perspectives
human interaction with an environment, refers to actions of a society or community.
