Outdoor Program Planning and Leadership Flashcards
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What is a 'teachable moment' in outdoor education?
Answer: An unplanned opportunity arising naturally during activities to teach a valuable and relevant lesson
A teachable moment is an unplanned opportunity that arises naturally in the field and provides a powerful, contextual setting for impactful learning that planned lessons often cannot replicate.
Which approach to group decision-making promotes the greatest ownership and commitment among outdoor program participants?
Answer: A consensus-building process that involves all participants
Consensus-building involves all group members in the decision-making process, increasing buy-in, shared responsibility, and commitment to the outcome.
What does the outdoor survival acronym STOP stand for?
Answer: Stay, Think, Observe, Plan
STOP (Stay, Think, Observe, Plan) is a survival strategy that prevents panic-driven poor decisions by encouraging lost or disoriented individuals to stop, calm down, and assess before acting.
Which group formation is most effective for an instructor teaching outdoor skills to participants along a trail?
Answer: A horseshoe or semicircle formation
A horseshoe or semicircle formation allows all participants to see the instructor and demonstrations clearly while maintaining close proximity and enabling two-way interaction.
What is 'expedition behavior' in the context of outdoor leadership?
Answer: The interpersonal behaviors and attitudes that support group cohesion and success in challenging outdoor environments
Expedition behavior encompasses the interpersonal skills and attitudes—such as communication, cooperation, empathy, and consideration—that allow groups to function effectively during challenging shared experiences.
What is the most important primary consideration when selecting a site for an outdoor recreation program?
Answer: Safety, accessibility, and appropriateness for program goals and participants
Site selection must prioritize participant safety, accessibility for all ability levels, and alignment with the program's learning objectives and the participants' skill levels.