MAPEH 9

MUSIC • ARTS • PHYSICAL EDUCATION • HEALTH

MAPEH – Physical Education 9
Active Recreation
Quarter 4 – Module 3: Outdoor Recreational Activity - Hiking

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 MAPEH 9
MUSIC • ARTS • PHYSICAL EDUCATION • HEALTH

Quarter 4
Module 3
Outdoor Recreational Activity
Hiking
Introductory Message

For the facilitator:

Welcome to the PE 9 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on

(Outdoor Recreational Activity - Hiking)

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators

both from public and private institutions to assist you, the teacher or facilitator in
helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while
overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help
learners acquire the needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration
their needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of
the module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies
that will help you in guiding the learners.

As a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module.
You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to
manage their own learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist
the learners as they do the tasks included in the module.

For the learner:

Welcome to the PE 9 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on

(Outdoor recreational activities - Hiking)

The hand is one of the most symbolized part of the human body. It is often used to
depict skill, action and purpose. Through our hands we may learn, create and
accomplish. Hence, the hand in this learning resource signifies that you as a
learner is capable and empowered to successfully achieve the relevant
competencies and skills at your own pace and time. Your academic success lies in
your own hands!
This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities
for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be
enabled to process the contents of the learning resource while being an active
learner.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

Expectation - These are what you will be able to know after completing the
lessons in the module

Pre-test - This will measure your prior knowledge and the concepts to be
mastered throughout the lesson.

Recap - This section will measure what learnings and skills that you
understand from the previous lesson.

Lesson- This section will discuss the topic for this module.

Activities - This is a set of activities you will perform.

Wrap Up- This section summarizes the concepts and applications of the
lessons.

Valuing-this part will check the integration of values in the learning

competency.

Post-test - This will measure how much you have learned from the entire
module.
 EXPECTATION

This module encompasses the basic principles and ideas about one of the
outdoor recreational activities, i.e., hiking.

After going through this module you are expected to:

 discuss the health benefit of hiking and relate it to recreation and active
lifestyle;
 analyze the essential tips and checklist appropriate for a hiking trip; and
 explain the importance of having a proper knowledge before and during
hiking.

PRE–TEST

Direction: Look at the pictures below. Box the picture that you’ll love to go for an
outdoor recreation.
 RECAP

Direction: Identify the following statements and write YES if the statement is
correct and NO if the statement is wrong. Write your answer before each number.

________ 1. Chess increases the mathematical and scientific skills of the students.
________ 2. Chess is a form of outdoor recreational activity that can be used to
strengthen family bond.
________ 3. The first great American-born chess player is Paul Morphy
________ 4. The game chess was originated in India in the 15th century.
________ 5. The goal of the game is to checkmate the bishop.

L E S S ON

HIKING
Hiking is going an extended walk for the purpose of pleasure and exercise.
Pleasure includes having close encounter with nature, enjoying the beauty of the
environment, smelling the natural aroma of flowers and trees, and being one with
Mother Nature. Exercise on the other hand pertains to the fitness benefits that we
get from the activity. Hiking is more of adventure.

BENEFITS OF HIKING

 It offers cardiovascular fitness.

 It gives the feeling of relaxation.
 It balances your daily life routine.
 It’s a good option for weight management activity.

ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR THE OUTDOORS

1. Pick a partner.
 Find a friend who is an experienced hiker or backpacker. It’s safer to
travel with a friend or group of friends. Plus, an experienced hiker can
share valuable tips and advice about the wilderness.
2. Pick a destination.
 Do your research on your destination. Read travel books, websites or
magazines. Ask well-travelled friends too.
3. Know your time and distance.
 Know how long and how far the trip will take you. This will help you
plan what you need to pack. This will also help you when making a
budget for the trip.
4. Be physically ready.
 Make sure you are physically fit for the hike. You should have ample
endurance to prepare yourself for long walks. Practicing carrying
heavy bags so that you will also build strength.
5. Choose your gear and your backpack.
 Try to pack as light as possible. Think about which comforts of home
you can leave behind to save space and weight. Use a climbing
checklist to help you decide what to bring. You can also rent or
barrow equipment from other hikers.
 When choosing a backpack, look at its carrying capacity and its size.
It should be big enough to fit all your belongings and snug enough to
stay close to your back. Pack your heaviest gear close to your back
and near your shoulder.
6. Pack and wear appropriate clothing.
 Wear moisture-wicking or “dry-fit” fabric because this absorbs sweat
faster than cotton and dries easily.
 Wear proper footwear, such as hiking shoes or trail runners, as most
sneakers or sandals may not have enough grip on their soles.
 Wear a hat to protect yourself from the sun.
 Always bring a rain jacket in case it rains.
 Wear comfortable pants, such as trekking pants or shorts. Jeans can
be heavy and quite hot if worn during hiking trips.
7. Plan your meals.
 Bring some trail mix (nuts, chocolate, jelly, cereal, etc.) to keep your
energy up throughout the day.
 If going on overnight hikes, plan your meals accordingly. If travelling
with a big group divide the team into smaller groups and assign a
meal plan per small group.
8. Keep communication lines open.
 Not all areas have signal for your mobile phones but keep it handy in
case of an emergency.
 Before you leave for your trip, make sure that you have a contact
person who knows all your emergency details. Keep the contact
person informed on your whereabouts at all times (if possible). Leave
your itinerary with the contact person.
9. Wilderness ethics
 Pack out what you pack in. Practice the Leave No Trace principles by
picking up after your trash and bringing them home with you.
 Modulate your noise levels. Remember, some people go into the
wilderness to relax and unwind. Respect the privacy of other people.
 Be respectful and courteous to other visitors as well as to wildlife.
 Enjoy the view and the experience!
The ten essential checklist for backpackers (for safety, survival and basic
comfort)

6. Fire
1. Navigation
 Matches or lighter
 Map
 Waterproof container
 Compass (with protective
 Fire starter
case)
 GPS (optional)
7. Repair kit and tools
 Knife or multi-tool
2. Sun Protection
 Kits for stove, mattress;
 Sunscreen and lip balm
duct tape
 Sunglasses
8. Nutrition
3. Insulation
 Extra day’s supply of
 Rain jacket (extra layers
food
for cold conditions)
9. Hydration
4. Illumination
 Water bottles
 Headlamp or flashlight
 Water filter or other
(plus spare)
treatment system
 Extra batteries
10. Emergency shelter
5. First-aid supplies
 Tent, tarp, or reflective
 First-aid kit
blanket

Before the hike

√ See to it that your body is in certain level of fitness for a safe and pleasant
climb. For you to enjoy the scenery more and enjoy the company of other
backpackers, you must be PHYSICALLY FIT.
√ Attend to the following concerns:
 Your travel plan (itinerary)
 Possible transportation
 Budget
 Food and water to bring
 What equipment to bring

During the hike

√ On Group Formation
 Follow a single file formation. Overtaking should be avoided, but in
case of a need to do it, inform the hiker in front of you
 Maintain a certain distance in between hikers
 √ Pacing
 Start with a slow pace gradually change as the group desires
 Do not leave anyone behind
 Inform the group if the there is a need to rest
 That pace of the group should be that of the lowest member of the
person who has the heaviest load.
√ Trail Signs
 Man-made / alternative
- Any colored material such as yarn can be used but it is known by
all members of the group
 Natural trail signs
- Materials found in the environment like rocks, grass, and twigs

ACTIVITIES

Activity 1
The Priority!: Circle the most important BASIC items you will need for survival.
Box the items of secondary importance. This might help you during camps, hikes
and long walks as well.
 Explain why you choose the circled items as your priority items.

Explain why you choose the boxed items as your secondary items.

WRAP–UP

After discussing the pleasure you can get from doing an outdoor recreational
activities like hiking, answer the following questions below. Defend your answer by
giving at least 2-3 sentences.

 Why is it important to have a proper knowledge before and after hiking?

 What is the importance of having the essential checklist?
 Aside from the given benefits of hiking, what other benefits of hiking can you
give?

VALUING

Complete the following phrases to describe your overall assessment of the activity.

1. I choose outdoor activities as my recreational activity because…

2. My recreational activity choices will help to…
 POST TEST

Direction: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write your answer on the space
provided before each number.

________ 1. Which of the following is the best benefits one can get from hiking?
a. Hiking offers cardiovascular fitness.
b. It gives the feeling of relaxation and balances your daily life routine.
c. Hiking is a good option for weight management activity.
d. All of the above.
________ 2. Hiking is going on an extended walk for what purpose?
a. Adventure c. Fun and exercise
b. Pleasure and exercise d. Relaxation and pleasure
________ 3. Which essential tips for outdoor activity below are not included to the
group?
a. Choose your gear and your backpack.
b. Pack and wear appropriate clothing.
c. Travel alone and turn off your phones to avoid distractions.
d. Plan your meals.
________ 4. Best thing to remember before doing the hike.
a. Check your budget.
b. Just bring your tent.
c. Go on without the itinerary.
d. All of the above.
________ 5. Which of the following is not included to the essential checklist for
backpackers?
a. Sunscreen and lip balm
b. Soft drinks
c. Matches or lighter
d. First-Aid-Kit
 KEY TO CORRECTION

R E F E R E N CE S
Books:
1. A. Concha, et. al. (2017) MAPEH 9: TEACHERS WRAPAROUND EDITION.
Phoenix Publishing House Inc., Quezon City
2. A. Concha, et. al. (2017) MAPEH 10: K TO 12 CURRICULUM COMPLIANT.
Phoenix Publishing House Inc., Quezon City