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Attarian, Aram – 1992
This study examined the ecological and social impacts of rock climbing. The survey included climbing sites in 10 federal areas, 2 state parks, 1 private area, and 1 city park. Resource managers provided information on the observed impacts of rock climbing and current management practices to minimize impacts. Survey results indicate: (1) 71 percent…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, College Programs, Conservation Education, Conservation (Environment)
Phi Delta Kappa, Bloomington, IN. Center on Evaluation, Development, and Research. – 1987
This guide provides basic background information about outdoor and environmental education for interested educators. Collected articles summarize current thought, trends, and practices in outdoor and environmental education. Examples of current programs are selected to demonstrate both the variety and excellence of programming in this area. These…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Inservice Education
Meier, Joel – 1984
The fundamental dilemma in adventure programming is eliminating unreasonable risks to participants without also reducing levels of excitement, challenge, and stress. Most accidents are caused by a combination of unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, and error judgments. The best and only way to minimize critical human error in adventure programs is…
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Adventure Education, Leisure Time, Outdoor Activities
Robb, Gary M., Ed.; And Others – 1987
This annual collection promotes scholarly writing, applied research findings, and innovative programs and activities in experiential education. 1987 papers include: (1) "The Effects of a Structured Camp Experience on Perceived Freedom in Leisure" (Mark James) on the effects of a structured camp experience on handicapped participants' perceived…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Camping, Disabilities, Experiential Learning
Robb, Gary M., Ed. – 1988
This annual collection promotes scholarly writing, applied research findings, and innovative programs and activities in experiential education. Topics of the 1988 papers include (1) "Gender Issues in Outdoor Adventure Programming" (Natalie L. Bartley and Daniel R. Williams) about the effects of outdoor leaders' gender, personality, soft skills…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Experiential Learning, Leadership, Outdoor Education
Pryor, Anita; Carpenter, Cathryn; Townsend, Mardie – Australian Journal of Outdoor Education, 2005
Together, outdoor education and bush adventure therapy can be seen to constitute a population-wide health intervention strategy. Whether in educational or therapeutic settings, the intentional use of contact with nature, small groups, and adventure provides a unique approach in the promotion of health and wellbeing for the general population, and…
Descriptors: Outdoor Education, Adventure Education, Health, Well Being
Thomas, Glyn – Australian Journal of Outdoor Education, 2005
Recently, the place of adventure activities in outdoor education has become contentious, particularly in Australia and the United Kingdom. It can be challenging for outdoor leaders to incorporate adventure activities with attempts to foster environmental awareness, understanding and action. Recently, some authors have suggested practitioners…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Outdoor Education, Environmental Education, Adventure Education
Rohnke, Karl – 1977
This document is designed as a resource book for senior high school physical education teachers to aid in the development of initiative and adventure activities involving rope exercises. Goals of these exercises are defined as; (1) increasing personal competence; (2) increasing mutual support within a group; (3) developing an increased level of…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Curriculum Enrichment, Curriculum Guides, Outdoor Education
Journal of Outdoor Education, 1975
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Community Resources, Elementary Secondary Education, Equipment
Witman, Jeff; And Others – Practical Pointers, 1980
Model programs are briefly described which use outdoor education to carry out individualized education programs for handicapped students. Sample objectives for individuals and their corresponding activities are listed for such areas as outdoor cookery, wilderness camping, and participation in local outdoor recreational facilities or areas.…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Games

Bowne, Douglas – Journal of Experiential Education, 1986
Shares therapeutic and economic practices surrounding equipment used in New York's Higher Horizons adventure program of therapy for troubled youth. Encourages educators, therapists, and administrators to explore relationship between equipment selection, program goals, and clients. (NEC)
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Camping, Correctional Education, Equipment

Miles, John – Journal of Experiential Education, 1987
Examines research in a variety of fields to assess the ways in which experiences in the wilderness contribute to physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Considers psychological benefits, enhancement of self-worth, ability to learn, and physical fitness. (NEC)
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Experiential Learning, Health, Holistic Approach

Drebing, Charles E.; And Others – Journal of Experiential Education, 1987
Hypothesized ways in which level of participants' anxiety affected their experience during outdoor adventure course. Studies anxiety levels of 27 male and 13 female incoming Wheaton College freshmen participating in 3-week High Road Program involving solar experiences, rock climbing, and rappelling. (NEC)
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Anxiety, College Freshmen, Discovery Learning
Hammerman, Donald R. – Outdoor Communicator, 1985
Reviews outdoor education history, beginning in 1930s with periods of experimentation, standardization, resurgence/innovation, and new direction. Explains how outdoor education continues to evolve due to environmental, sociological, and psychological influences and to develop elements of adventure, experimentation, and innovation that will sustain…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Educational Change, Educational History, Educational Innovation
Braun, Joseph A., Jr.; Brown, Max H. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1984
The Challenge education program for student teachers entails selecting and performing challenging tasks in six areas: cognitive development, logical inquiry, adventure, creativity, practical skill, and volunteer service. The program is credited with helping break down sex-role stereotypes, building a sense of accomplishment, and developing…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Daily Living Skills, Experiential Learning, Higher Education