Exposure to outdoor environments builds appreciation and a love of nature. This is innate in us as humans and something that all of us crave. In this unit, students should be exposed to different environments to enhance this appreciation. Examples of this include the following:
- explore and develop an appreciation for the environment through, for example:
- awe walks or mindful walks
- benefits to physical, social, and emotional wellbeing
- self awareness
- feelings of connection
- curiosity and wonder
- tours owned and operated by Aboriginal people
- Identify and propose the impact of outdoor activities and journeys on personal health, safety, wellbeing and relationships, for example:
- personal growth
- psychological benefits
- physical benefits, such as physical fitness
- social benefits
- satisfaction of needs, such as safety needs, self esteem and self actualisation