JUDGE FELICIANO BELMONTE SR.
HIGH SCHOOL
MAPEH DEPARTMENT
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Quarter 4 – Module 4: ACTIVE RECREATION
LEARN:
Lesson OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL
ACTIVITIES - ORIENTEERING
EXPECTATION:
1. Discuss the health benefits of Orienteering and relate it to recreation and active
lifestyle;
2. Perform recreational activities with high level of energy and performance.
3. Encourage other people to practice a healthy lifestyle.;
ORIENTEERING
It is an outdoor navigational recreational activity using specially drawn and
detailed maps. It requires navigational skills to navigate from point to point normally
moving at a speed. An orienteering course consist of a series of control points which
have to be located in order in the shortest possible time.
Orienteering as an outdoor recreational activity offers much benefit to you. Here are
some claims:
1. Conceptual aspects – Since it is a navigational activity, it enhances your
decision-making skills about map interpretations and using compass. It also
requires you to constantly interpret information contained in the map.
2. Physical aspect – Orienteering is basically a running sport, so it develops your
cardiovascular endurance and general fitness. Speed, endurance, and strength
are essential components necessary to successfully participate in the game.
Technically, this activity captivates the mental and physical challenge features.
3. Personal aspects – Since you are responsible in making decisions in this activity,
you develop your self-confidence and reliance. Your aims are clear that you work
hard to achieve them giving you the feeling of self-achievement.
4. Social aspects – You will learn to work cohesively with one another.
5. Environmental aspect – It creates an avenue for you to appreciate your
environment.
The fundamental skill in orienteering is orientating the map or setting the map. In
moving the map, you have to:
• Find your approximate location on the map.
• Recognize the pattern of features on the ground as being the same as the pattern
on the map.
• Always hold the map so that you are looking along the route with the map
matching the ground.
• The map is said to be oriented if the features on the map are in proper relation
to the actual features in the field.
The Map - is a picture or representation of the earth’s surface.
It includes a compass rose that shows directions. Cardinal
directions are the four base parts on a compass. The top point
is north and the point at the bottom is south. The side points
are called east and west. The points in between the cardinal
directions are called intermediate directions which include
northwest, northeast, southwest and southeast.
Maps use a key or legend to explain the meaning of
each of the symbols used in the map. The key
usually shows a small picture of each of the
symbols used on the map, along with a written
description of the meaning of each symbol.
Here is the golden rule of orienteering:
Only go as fast as you can read the map
• Know where you are (map-reading skills)
• Know where you are going (route-choice
skills)
Orienteering Compass
A compass is an invaluable tool that every backpacker should know how to use. It is a
magnetized needle floating in a liquid and responding to the Earth’s magnetic field
consequently revealing directions. Generally, a compass is used to measure bearings
and to pinpoint locations.
Orienteering Compass Parts
• Magnetic needle – the magnetic needles north end is painted red, and its south
end is white.
• Revolving compass housing – the housing is marked with the four cardinal
points of north, east, south and west and further divided into 2-degree
graduations indicating the full 360 degrees of a circle. The bottom of the rotating
housing is marked with an orienting arrow and meridian lines.
• Transparent base plate – the base plate is marked with a ruler, an index line as
well as the direction of travel arrow.
Bearing
Bearing refers to the direction from one spot to another measured in degrees from the
reference line of north.
How do you take the bearing?
• Hold the compass in front of you with the direction of travel arrow pointing
object of interest.
• Hold the compass level steady and rotate the housing dial until the orienting
arrow lines up with the red end (north end) of the magnetic needle, while
keeping the direction of travel arrow pointed at the object.
• Read the number indicated at the index line – that is your bearing.
Activity 1: Finding Coordinates
Apply what you have learned from the discussion by practicing on how to read a map.
• Below is an example of an improvised map.
• Grid A is the Horizontal line, represented by seconds, while Grid B is the vertical
line represented by minutes.
• Find the coordinates of map key or legend by writing its control points (minutes
and seconds)
Example: Flagpole = 2min and 8sec
Write your answers of the following in your paper. 2 points each
Map Key/Legend Control Points
1. Court 14min and 6sec
2. Gym 18min and 7sec
3. Guidance 13min and 12sec
4. Gate 4min and 5sec
5. Clinic 8min and 16sec
Assessments: Multiple Choice
DIRECTION: Read each item carefully and use your paper to write your answers in.
Choose the letter that corresponds to your answer.
D 1. What is the most fundamental skill needed in orienteering?
A. Communicating with group mates
B. Locating the points
C. Running at a speed
D. Setting the map
D 2.It is an outdoor navigational recreational activity using specially drawn and
detailed maps.
A. Mapping B. Hiking C. Mountaineering D. Orienteering
C 3.Maps use key or to explain the meaning of each of the symbols used on the map.
A. badge B. emblem C. legend D. logo
B 4.Which of the following statements is NOT considered as an essential tip for
outdoor recreational activities?
A. Be physically ready C. Know your time and distance
B. Be the fastest within the group D. Plan your meals
A 5.What do you call the four base parts on a compass?
A. Cardinal Directions C. Intermediate Directions
B. Coordinates D. Map
PERFORMANCE TASKS: Let’s do TikTok Zumba!
1. Familiarize yourself with Zumba dance steps.
2. Execute the steps with energy and fun.
3. Make a simple routine using the basic steps of Zumba integrating TikTok steps.
Materials Needed:
• Video or Audio of Zumba dance music (you can also use TikTok Music)
• Speaker
Here’s how:
1. Practice the steps that you would like to perform.
2. Combine the steps to create your own routine for 1 minute.
3. Perform the routine at your own level.
4. Take a photo or video while you are performing.
Rate your performance according to the rubric for assessment:
Write your score in your paper.
RUBRICS:
Submit the following to your teacher:
1. Accomplished rubrics
2. Photos or Video while performing a Zumba/Tiktok Dance
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