Weekly outline

  • General

    This year, you will:
    • build knowledge, skills & attitudes for success
    • plan, implement & review safe, challenging and enjoyable outdoor activities
    • learn to succeed in unfamiliar situations, both individually and in groups
    • co-operate, solve problems, communicate, lead, take responsibility
    • understand how we can sustain a healthy environment
    • learn to access local outdoor recreation opportunities

    Our course is guided by the NZ Curriculum .
    Level 5 Heath & PE relevant achievement objectives:
    A2 Participate in regular physical activity and describe how this contributes to a balanced lifestyle.
    A3 Investigate & practise safety procedures & strategies to manage risk situations.
    B1 Acquire & apply complex motor skills by using basic principles of motor learning.
    B2 Develop skills and responsible attitudes in challenging physical situations.
    B3 Investigate & experience how science, technology & environment knowledge influence participation
         eg weather, anatomy (hypothermia), geology, diseases (eg Kauri dieback).
    C3 Demonstrate interpersonal skills that help to make safe choices in a variety of settings.

    Level 5 Social Sciences relevant achievement objectives:
    Understand how people’s management of resources impacts on environmental and social sustainability.

    Summary of activities:
    Term 1: Team ABL problem solving, kayaking, First Aid, navigation (incl. orienteering)
    Term 2: Mountain biking, campcraft, overnight camping
    Term 3: Climbing, risk assessment, trip planning, weather, overnight tramping
    Term 4: Environmental sustainability, Extended expedition?

    Assessment:
    You'll be self and peer assessed, based on observations and learning journal reflections:
    - how much your skills progress over time
    - how much knowledge you gain & apply
    - your attitude & team spirit in challenging situations 

    Background readings on the outdoors 

    Interactive quizzes on the outdoors


  • W1 29 January - 4 February

    Summary Schedule Term 1



  • W2 5 February - 11 February

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … mountain biking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … rock climbing by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to plan for a trip (weather, loading trailer, maps, team work & equipment.
    To learn to ride on a variety of surfaces (roots, sand, mud, ruts).
    To learn balance, body position, braking and steering to navigate intermediate tracks.
    To learn how to prepare for a bike session (safety gear, clothes, equipment, saddle height, vocabulary)

    Success Criteria
    Can ensure own safety and that of others when on on a bike trip.
    Can explain mountain biking terms, methods & equipment. 
    Can mountain bike confidently and competently on intermediate tracks.

    We'll discuss:
    Parts of a bike and maintenance checks before leaving.
    Individual and group gear required (water, snacks, phone, map)
    How trails are graded and the various local and national organisations involved in developing biking. 

    Assessment
    Your Mountain Biking will contribute towards Assessment 1 and will be self and teacher / instructor assessed.
    Self-assessment: part of the evidence for your grade will come from your reflections in your learning journal.
    Teacher / Instructor assessment: other evidence will come from observations and conversations during the sessions regarding your contribution, team work and skills development

    In your Learning Journal, you should reflect on how you develop the skills and knowledge outlined in the Unit Standards. Your aim is to show that you know:
    1. where you're at in your learning (what skills & knowledge do you have now)
    2. where you're going (what skills & knowledge you are working towards)
    3. how you'll get there (what next steps you'll take to learn these skills & knowledge) 


  • W3 12 February - 18 February

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    As a rough guide to our learning, we'll use the NCEA unit standards below. The content in these standards will help you when you complete you LEARNING JOURNAL, which will form part of your assessment.

    NCEA Unit Std 20137 L1 (1 credit) Mountain bike on easy to intermediate terrain
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20137
    NCEA Unit Std 457 L2 (2 credits) Mountain bike on intermediate to expert terrain 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=457 
    One to work on by yourself: 
    NCEA Unit Std 20138 L2 (3 credits) Select, set up and maintain a mountain or cycle touring bike 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20138

    Resources

    Videos


  • 19 February - 25 February

  • W5 26 February - 3 March

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    As a rough guide to our learning, we'll use the NCEA unit standards below. The content in these standards will help you when you complete you LEARNING JOURNAL, which will form part of your assessment.

    NCEA Unit Std 20137 L1 (1 credit) Mountain bike on easy to intermediate terrain
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20137
    NCEA Unit Std 457 L2 (2 credits) Mountain bike on intermediate to expert terrain 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=457 
    One to work on by yourself: 
    NCEA Unit Std 20138 L2 (3 credits) Select, set up and maintain a mountain or cycle touring bike 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20138

    Resources

    Videos


  • W6 4 March - 10 March

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    As a rough guide to our learning, we'll use the NCEA unit standards below. The content in these standards will help you when you complete you LEARNING JOURNAL, which will form part of your assessment.

    NCEA Unit Std 20137 L1 (1 credit) Mountain bike on easy to intermediate terrain
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20137
    NCEA Unit Std 457 L2 (2 credits) Mountain bike on intermediate to expert terrain 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=457 
    One to work on by yourself: 
    NCEA Unit Std 20138 L2 (3 credits) Select, set up and maintain a mountain or cycle touring bike 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20138

    Resources

    Videos


  • W7 11 March - 17 March

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    As a rough guide to our learning, we'll use the NCEA unit standards below. The content in these standards will help you when you complete you LEARNING JOURNAL, which will form part of your assessment.

    NCEA Unit Std 20137 L1 (1 credit) Mountain bike on easy to intermediate terrain
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20137
    NCEA Unit Std 457 L2 (2 credits) Mountain bike on intermediate to expert terrain 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=457 
    One to work on by yourself: 
    NCEA Unit Std 20138 L2 (3 credits) Select, set up and maintain a mountain or cycle touring bike 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20138

    Resources

    Videos


  • W8 18 March - 24 March

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    As a rough guide to our learning, we'll use the NCEA unit standards below. The content in these standards will help you when you complete you LEARNING JOURNAL, which will form part of your assessment.

    NCEA Unit Std 20137 L1 (1 credit) Mountain bike on easy to intermediate terrain
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20137
    NCEA Unit Std 457 L2 (2 credits) Mountain bike on intermediate to expert terrain 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=457 
    One to work on by yourself: 
    NCEA Unit Std 20138 L2 (3 credits) Select, set up and maintain a mountain or cycle touring bike 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20138

    Resources

    Videos


  • W9 25 March - 31 March

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to read an orienteering map (scale, features, contours, orientation).
    To learn to navigate a prepared course (distances, direction, pace).
    To experience participating in an organised local orienteering event.

    Success Criteria
    Can orientate a map and use a compass.
    Can understand map features and navigate efficiently on varied terrain.

    We'll discuss:
    - Orientating maps with & without a compass)
    - Relating map symbols to terrain and vice versa
    - Orienteering symbols
    - Skills (eg thumbing the map to follow ground progress)
    - Tactics to complete a course individually and within the set time.


    Monday - Reflection and Journal (introduce journal)

    10 OED Journal Link - Share to students.

    https://docs.google.com/document/d/10gEwIX3OZ1_Tj_tUAjO3__xMXjRVEV07hSQ1mhtqxRk/edit

    ABL activities - Name Game, Silent Line, Bench Pass and Toxic Waste


    Wednesday - Kayaking at Wero

    10:30 - Changed in the car park. With lunch, water and required gear from checklist. Return to School 1pm

    Rain Plan - ABL activity - Getting to know each other.  Form class contract - 'for being a GREAT CLASS'

    Students to watch supporting Kayaking videos





  • W10 1 April - 7 April

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to read an orienteering map (scale, features, contours, orientation).
    To learn to navigate a prepared course (distances, direction, pace).
    To experience participating in an organised local orienteering event.

    Success Criteria
    Can orientate a map and use a compass.
    Can understand map features and navigate efficiently on varied terrain.

    We'll discuss:
    - Orientating maps with & without a compass)
    - Relating map symbols to terrain and vice versa
    - Orienteering symbols
    - Skills (eg thumbing the map to follow ground progress)
    - Tactics to complete a course individually and within the set time.


    Monday - Reflection and Journal (introduce journal)

    10 OED Journal Link - Share to students.

    https://docs.google.com/document/d/10gEwIX3OZ1_Tj_tUAjO3__xMXjRVEV07hSQ1mhtqxRk/edit

    ABL activities - Name Game, Silent Line, Bench Pass and Toxic Waste


    Wednesday - Kayaking at Wero

    10:30 - Changed in the car park. With lunch, water and required gear from checklist. Return to School 1pm

    Rain Plan - ABL activity - Getting to know each other.  Form class contract - 'for being a GREAT CLASS'

    Students to watch supporting Kayaking videos





  • W11 8 April - 14 April

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to read an orienteering map (scale, features, contours, orientation).
    To learn to navigate a prepared course (distances, direction, pace).
    To experience participating in an organised local orienteering event.

    Success Criteria
    Can orientate a map and use a compass.
    Can understand map features and navigate efficiently on varied terrain.

    We'll discuss:
    - Orientating maps with & without a compass)
    - Relating map symbols to terrain and vice versa
    - Orienteering symbols
    - Skills (eg thumbing the map to follow ground progress)
    - Tactics to complete a course individually and within the set time.


    Monday - Reflection and Journal (introduce journal)

    10 OED Journal Link - Share to students.

    https://docs.google.com/document/d/10gEwIX3OZ1_Tj_tUAjO3__xMXjRVEV07hSQ1mhtqxRk/edit

    ABL activities - Name Game, Silent Line, Bench Pass and Toxic Waste


    Wednesday - Kayaking at Wero

    10:30 - Changed in the car park. With lunch, water and required gear from checklist. Return to School 1pm

    Rain Plan - ABL activity - Getting to know each other.  Form class contract - 'for being a GREAT CLASS'

    Students to watch supporting Kayaking videos





  • 15 April - 21 April

  • Term 2 Overview 22 April - 28 April

    Term 2 Overview




  • T2 W1 29 April - 5 May

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    As a rough guide to our learning, we'll use the NCEA unit standards below. The content in these standards will help you when you complete you LEARNING JOURNAL, which will form part of your assessment.

    NCEA Unit Std 20137 L1 (1 credit) Mountain bike on easy to intermediate terrain
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20137
    NCEA Unit Std 457 L2 (2 credits) Mountain bike on intermediate to expert terrain 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=457 
    One to work on by yourself: 
    NCEA Unit Std 20138 L2 (3 credits) Select, set up and maintain a mountain or cycle touring bike 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20138

    Resources

    Videos


  • T2 W2 6 May - 12 May

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    As a rough guide to our learning, we'll use the NCEA unit standards below. The content in these standards will help you when you complete you LEARNING JOURNAL, which will form part of your assessment.

    NCEA Unit Std 20137 L1 (1 credit) Mountain bike on easy to intermediate terrain
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20137
    NCEA Unit Std 457 L2 (2 credits) Mountain bike on intermediate to expert terrain 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=457 
    One to work on by yourself: 
    NCEA Unit Std 20138 L2 (3 credits) Select, set up and maintain a mountain or cycle touring bike 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20138

    Resources

    Videos


  • T2 W3 13 May - 19 May

  • T2 W4 20 May - 26 May

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING on … movement skills and positive attitudes by… evaluating our experiences during white water kayaking, mountain biking, rock climbing trips, orienteering.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to read a weather map and forecast the weather
    To understand the causes of, and influences on, the weather (sun, hills, water, temperature, etc)
    To investigate an aspect of the weather using scientific methods.

    Success Criteria
    Can forecast weather from primary (observation) & secondary (maps) sources
    Understands the risks & impact that weather can have an outdoor experiences
    Can explain concepts that impact our weather in NZ (eg El Nino/La Nina)

    We'll discuss:
    Types of weather system (cyclone, hurricane, warm & cold fronts, high & low pressure systems)
    Impact on weather of sun, moon, topography, localised features eg lakes, city pollution
    Types of cloud (cumulus, nimbus, cirrus, stratus)
    Wind (direction, strength, causes, effects); precipitation (snow, rain, hail, fog)  

    Assessment
    Your work on weather will contribute towards Assessment 2 and will be self and teacher / instructor assessed.
    Self-assessment: part of the evidence for your grade will come from your reflections in your learning journal.
    Teacher / Instructor assessment: other evidence will come from observations and conversations during the sessions regarding your contribution, team work and skills development

    In your Learning Journal, you should reflect on how you develop the skills and knowledge outlined in the Unit Standards. Your aim is to show that you know:
    1. where you're at in your learning (what skills & knowledge do you have now)
    2. where you're going (what skills & knowledge you are working towards)
    3. how you'll get there (what next steps you'll take to learn these skills & knowledge) 

    Weather investigation
    In particular, you will take it in turns to predict the weather for the class and will perform a scientific experiment to explore an aspect of weather. These might be proving that air moves clockwise round a low pressure system, warm air holds more moisture than cold air, air temperature causes clouds to rain, air pressure changes as a cold or warm front passes, 'old wives tales' accurately predict weather patterns (eg cows lie down before rain, pine cones predict rain, red sky at night shepherds' delight, etc)
    Saturday 23 May 2020, mid-day            Satellite 10pm

    Sunday 24 May 2020, mid-day.              Satellite 4pm




    Monday 25 May 2020, 1am (forecast)





    Tuesday 26 May 2020, 1am (forecast)





  • T2 W5 27 May - 2 June

  • T2 W6 3 June - 9 June

    As a rough guide to our learning, we'll use the NCEA unit standards below. The content in these standards will help you when you complete you LEARNING JOURNAL, which will form part of your assessment.

    NCEA Unit Std 20152 L1 (1 credit) Experience and complete abseiling sessions 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20152
    NCEA Unit Std 20210 L1 (1 credit) Experience rock climbing
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20210
    NCEA Unit Std 444 L2 (1 credit) Demonstrate basic rock climbing movement 
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=444
    NCEA Unit Std 20157 L2 (3 credits) Demonstrate use of basic rope systems for top rope rock climbing & abseiling
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20157

    Resources

     Videos

    • Alex Honnold describes his solo free climb of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park 
    • Ibex teaching us climbing skills   


  • T2 W7 10 June - 16 June

    Learning Intentions
    To learn safety preparations - equipment (harness, carabiners, etc)
    To learn roles, responsibilities & communication of belayer & climber
    To learn to climb wasting least energy, strength and stamina.
    To learn the different methods & styles of recreational & sports climbing

    Success Criteria
    Can work with a climbing buddy to have an enjoyable & safe climb experience
    Can climb a range of basic to intermediate indoor climb routes
    Can explain the grading system of routes and the equipment used 

    We'll discuss:
    - Some rope-work / knots
    - Equipment (eg cams, chocks, belay devices)
    - Meaning of vocabulary used in the sport
    - Skills in climbing (especially to save forearms!)

  • T2 W8 17 June - 23 June

    Learning Intentions
    To learn safety preparations - equipment (harness, carabiners, etc)
    To learn roles, responsibilities & communication of belayer & climber
    To learn to climb wasting least energy, strength and stamina.
    To learn the different methods & styles of recreational & sports climbing

    Success Criteria
    Can work with a climbing buddy to have an enjoyable & safe climb experience
    Can climb a range of basic to intermediate indoor climb routes
    Can explain the grading system of routes and the equipment used 

    We'll discuss:
    - Some rope-work / knots
    - Equipment (eg cams, chocks, belay devices)
    - Meaning of vocabulary used in the sport
    - Skills in climbing (especially to save forearms!)

  • T2 W9 24 June - 30 June

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … mountain biking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … rock climbing by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.
    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING on … movement skills and positive attitudes by… evaluating our experiences during white water kayaking, mountain biking, rock climbing trips, orienteering.
    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING … to attend outdoor education activities so that we candemonstrate and practice our newly acquired skills in a physical environment.

    We're now continuing our work with navigation:
    Here we'll look at maps:

    • scale (eg 1:50,000) and distances (horizontal map distance & slope walking distance) 
    • gridlines (true / magnetic / true north)
    • longitude and latitude
    • features (roads, buildings, cliffs, streams)

    And, we'll look at compasses:

    • Adjusting for the difference between magnetic and grid north
    • Bearings from map and from land
    •  

    Resources




  • T2 W10 1 July - 7 July

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … mountain biking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING on … movement skills and positive attitudes by… evaluating our experiences during white water kayaking, mountain biking, rock climbing trips, orienteering.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    As a rough guide to our learning, we'll use the NCEA unit standards below. The content in these standards will help you when you complete your LEARNING JOURNAL, which will form part of your assessment.

    NCEA Unit Std 20159 L2 (2 credits) Gather and apply weather information to an outdoor recreation activity
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20159


    One to aim for in future:
    NCEA Unit Std 20160 L3 (2 credits) Demonstrate knowledge of weather processes and their effects in NZ
    https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/assessment/view-detailed.do?standardNumber=20160

    Resources
    Topics covered include:
    • Global air & water movements (High & low pressure systems - converge, diverge, rotate in lower atmosphere). Effect of unequal heating of land - global atmospheric circulation.
    • Movement of water in 'water cycle'
    • Seasonal impacts, equinox & solstice - passage & position of Earth around Sun
    • Weather features resulting from air/water movement - Katabatic / Anabatic winds
    • Vertical air movement - changes in temperature & pressure
    • Clouds and fog - humidity, temperature, wind, lifting processes. Types of low, medium and high level clouds.
    • Influences on NZ’s weather - global origins of air masses, geographic (lake, mountains, valleys, global location, orientation of land forms.
    • Seasonal variations on NZ weather patterns - wind direction / speed, precipitation, sunshine hours, temperature.




    Here's a great documentary about NZ's weather and what influences it, by Weatherman Jim Hickey


    For anyone who's interested, here's an interesting blog post about many weather features that we've discussed in class:
    http://bleedingheartindependent.blogspot.com/

  • Holidays 8 July - 14 July

  • Holidays 15 July - 21 July

  • T3 W1 22 July - 28 July

    Point View Walk 


    Learning Intentions:

    • Discover the wildlife and plants at Pointview, and understand why it's important to take care of our natural environment.

    • Learn how to read maps, and find your way through the park, so you can confidently explore.

    • Find out how to stay safe on our outdoor adventures by recognizing and managing any potential risks along the way.


    Success Criteria:

    • Identify and name at least three different plants or animals you encounter during the hike

    • Successfully use a map and compass to find your way to a predetermined location during the hike.

    • Point out at least two potential hazards during the hike and suggest ways to stay safe


    We’ll discuss:

    • Auckland Regional Park - Pointview

    • Navigation and map reading

    • Health and Safety planning - being prepared


    Week Tasks/Activities:

    Conservation Challenge

    Navigation, Health and Safety, Conservation

  • T3 W2 29 July - 4 August

  • T3 W3 5 August - 11 August

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … mountain biking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being..
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • FOCUS / ARONGA

      FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
      • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.
      PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

      PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

      • We are PLANNING … to attend outdoor education activities so that we can… demonstrate and practice our newly acquired skills in a physical environment.



    Specific LI's (Kayaking)

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to exit a kayak, swim to safety and to assist in being rescued. 
    To learn to break into and out of an eddy and fast moving water.
    To learn paddle strokes, kayak control & positioning to navigate grade 2 water.
    To learn how to prepare for a kayak session (safety gear, clothes, signals, vocabulary)

    Success Criteria
    Can ensure own safety and that of others when on moving water.
    Can explain kayaking terms, methods & equipment. 
    Can kayak confidently and competently on grade 2 water.

    We'll discuss:
    Pre-water boat check (air bag, foot rest, back support, bung, paddle length, boat volume)
    Pre-water self check (buoyancy aid vs life jacket, clothes, helmet, spray skirt tag visible)
    Power, sweep, draw, and support paddle strokes.
    Drops, eddys, emptying boats, X-rescues, capsizes and '3 bangs on hull'.
     

    Assessment
    Your kayaking will contribute towards Assessment 1 and will be self and teacher / instructor assessed.
    Self-assessment: part of the evidence for your grade will come from your reflections in your learning journal.
    Teacher / Instructor assessment: other evidence will come from observations and conversations during the sessions regarding your contribution, team work and skills development

          

    In your Learning Journal, you should reflect on how you've developed your skills, knowledge and attitude. Here's an example entry:

    Here's some scribbles to jog your memory






  • T3 W4 12 August - 18 August

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … mountain biking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being..
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • FOCUS / ARONGA

      FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

      • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
      • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.
      PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

      PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

      • We are PLANNING … to attend outdoor education activities so that we can… demonstrate and practice our newly acquired skills in a physical environment.



    Specific LI's (Kayaking)

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to exit a kayak, swim to safety and to assist in being rescued. 
    To learn to break into and out of an eddy and fast moving water.
    To learn paddle strokes, kayak control & positioning to navigate grade 2 water.
    To learn how to prepare for a kayak session (safety gear, clothes, signals, vocabulary)

    Success Criteria
    Can ensure own safety and that of others when on moving water.
    Can explain kayaking terms, methods & equipment. 
    Can kayak confidently and competently on grade 2 water.

    We'll discuss:
    Pre-water boat check (air bag, foot rest, back support, bung, paddle length, boat volume)
    Pre-water self check (buoyancy aid vs life jacket, clothes, helmet, spray skirt tag visible)
    Power, sweep, draw, and support paddle strokes.
    Drops, eddys, emptying boats, X-rescues, capsizes and '3 bangs on hull'.
     

    Assessment
    Your kayaking will contribute towards Assessment 1 and will be self and teacher / instructor assessed.
    Self-assessment: part of the evidence for your grade will come from your reflections in your learning journal.
    Teacher / Instructor assessment: other evidence will come from observations and conversations during the sessions regarding your contribution, team work and skills development

          

    In your Learning Journal, you should reflect on how you've developed your skills, knowledge and attitude. Here's an example entry:

    Here's some scribbles to jog your memory






  • T3 W5 19 August - 25 August

    Duder Regional Park Hike


    Learning Intentions:

    • Discover the wildlife and landscapes in Duder Regional Park, and understand why it's important to take care of our natural environment.

    • Learn how to read maps, use a compass, and find your way through the park, so you can confidently explore.

    • Find out how to stay safe on our outdoor adventures by recognizing and managing any potential risks along the way.


    Success Criteria:

    • Identify and name at least three different plants or animals you encounter during the hike

    • Successfully use a map and compass to find your way to a predetermined location during the hike.

    • Point out at least two potential hazards during the hike and suggest ways to stay safe


    We’ll discuss:

    • Auckland Regional Park - Duder’s Website

    • Navigation and map reading

    • Health and Safety planning - being prepared

    Week Tasks/Activities

    Duder Regional Park Hike and Assessment

    Student Conferences Continued


  • T3 W6 26 August - 1 September

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.
    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING on … movement skills and positive attitudes by… evaluating our experiences from a variety of outdoor experiences.

    The NCEA unit standards below are a rough guide to our learning. Their content will help you to complete your LEARNING JOURNAL.

    NCEA Unit Std 20818 L1 (2 credits) Demonstrate kayaking skills on sheltered or slow-moving water 

    NCEA Unit Std 476 L2 (2 credits) Roll a kayak 

    One to aim for in future:
    NCEA Unit Std 20121 L2 (4 credits) Demonstrate kayaking skills on Grade II whitewater

    Resources

    Videos
    Kayaking basics

    Learn to roll tutorials 1,2,3.
       
       
       

    Extreme waterfall kayaking!
       





  • T3 W7 2 September - 8 September

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.
    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING on … movement skills and positive attitudes by… evaluating our experiences from a variety of outdoor experiences.
    Tasks/Activities
    Navigation - Map work and Exploring Relationships.... Trip Leader and Team dynamics.  Duders Regional Park
    Risk Analysis:  Minimising risks: Scenarios - Lost, injured, food, trip intentions, weather ....




  • T3 W8 9 September - 15 September

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.
    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING on … movement skills and positive attitudes by… evaluating our experiences from a variety of outdoor experiences.


    Tasks/Activities

    Using Gas Cookers safely and food / nutrition for hiking

    Clothing and Gear for Hiking

    Topo Maps: Exploring the Pinnacles Hike

    Continue to work on Presentations




  • T3 W9 16 September - 22 September

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.
    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING on … movement skills and positive attitudes by… evaluating our experiences from a variety of outdoor experiences.
    Tasks/Activities
    Continue with Pinnacles Preparation: Navigation, Bush craft, First Aid, and also presentations 




  • T3 W10 23 September - 28 September

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.
    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO

    REFLECT / WHAIWHAKAARO learning intentions:

    • We are REFLECTING on … movement skills and positive attitudes by… evaluating our experiences from a variety of outdoor experiences.
    Tasks/Activities
    Final WERO Kayaking Assessment
    Presentations for Hiking Assignment




  • HOLIDAYS 30 September - 6 October

  • HOLIDAYS 7 October - 13 October

  • T4 W1 14 October - 20 October

    Revision of weather and navigation. 
    Here are some quizzes for you to work on. Remember that you are preparing for a trip in serious terrain and need to practise your skills and knowledge.
    1. Weather https://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/story.php?title=weather-unit-test-5th-grade-level
    2. Navigation https://www.ttc.org.nz/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Bushcraft/MapAndCompass      scroll down to "map & compass exercise #1" and then #2 and #3. There's a link to download a map that you'll need (link also here http://www.topomap.co.nz/NZTopoMap?v=2&ll=-41.322865,174.720609&z=11)
    (you'll have to download, open, enlarge (by clicking the + icon a few times), and move around the map using the up and down arrows on their keyboard).

    3. If you need another quiz (you won't), use this navigation one: https://scoutingmagazine.org/2014/02/quiz-well-know-use-map-compass/ (American but very useful)

    The next topic will be preparing and packing gear. 

  • T4 W2 21 October - 27 October

    Work through these 5 sections to check that we are ready for the Pinnacles trip:

    https://rise.articulate.com/share/VG2H7374M-T-jRG0bGXqWdoSEeWzx57W#/lessons/CbpNAtgPUltYX7O05xCBfQgFTh3mxDwq


  • T4 W3 28 October - 3 November


  • T4 W4 4 November - 10 November

    Duder Regional Park Hike


    Learning Intentions:

    • Discover the wildlife and landscapes in Duder Regional Park, and understand why it's important to take care of our natural environment.

    • Learn how to read maps, use a compass, and find your way through the park, so you can confidently explore.

    • Find out how to stay safe on our outdoor adventures by recognizing and managing any potential risks along the way.


    Success Criteria:

    • Identify and name at least three different plants or animals you encounter during the hike

    • Successfully use a map and compass to find your way to a predetermined location during the hike.

    • Point out at least two potential hazards during the hike and suggest ways to stay safe


    We’ll discuss:

    • Auckland Regional Park - Duder’s Website

    • Navigation and map reading

    • Health and Safety planning - being prepared


    Week Tasks/Activities

    Pinnacle Debrief

    Student Conferences on Assessment 2

    Planning for Duder Regional Park and Assessment.

  • T4 W5 11 November - 17 November

    Omana to Duder Regional Park - Coastal Challenge


    Learning Intentions:

    • Discover the wildlife and landscapes along our coastal walk, and understand why it's important to take care of our natural environment.

    • Learn how to read maps, use a compass, and find your way through the park, so you can confidently explore.

    • Find out how to stay safe on our outdoor adventures by recognizing and managing any potential risks along the way.


    Success Criteria:

    • Identify and name at least three different plants or animals you encounter during the coastal walk

    • Successfully use a map to find your way to a predetermined location during the walk.

    • Point out at least two potential hazards during the walk and suggest ways to stay safe


    We’ll discuss:

    • Auckland Regional Parks Omana and Duder

    • Topo Map and Google Maps

    • Navigation and map reading

    • Health and Safety planning - being prepared



    Week Tasks/Activities:

    Preparation for Omana to Duder Walk (Navigation, Plant Identification, H&Safety

    Omana to Duder Hike and Conservation Challenge.


  • T4 W6 18 November - 24 November

    Mountain Biking:

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to plan for a trip (weather, loading trailer, maps, team work & equipment.
    To learn to ride on a variety of surfaces (roots, sand, mud, ruts).
    To learn balance, body position, braking and steering to navigate intermediate tracks.
    To learn how to prepare for a bike session (safety gear, clothes, equipment, saddle height, vocabulary)

    Success Criteria
    Can ensure own safety and that of others when on on a bike trip.
    Can explain mountain biking terms, methods & equipment. 
    Can mountain bike confidently and competently on intermediate tracks.

    We'll discuss:
    Parts of a bike and maintenance checks before leaving.
    Individual and group gear required (water, snacks, phone, map)
    How trails are graded and the various local and national organisations involved in developing biking. 


    Week Tasks/Activities

    Students continue planning ABL activity

    Preparation for Totara MTB - the final ride 2024

  • T4 W7 25 November - 1 December

    Mountain Biking:

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to plan for a trip (weather, loading trailer, maps, team work & equipment.
    To learn to ride on a variety of surfaces (roots, sand, mud, ruts).
    To learn balance, body position, braking and steering to navigate intermediate tracks.
    To learn how to prepare for a bike session (safety gear, clothes, equipment, saddle height, vocabulary)

    Success Criteria
    Can ensure own safety and that of others when on on a bike trip.
    Can explain mountain biking terms, methods & equipment. 
    Can mountain bike confidently and competently on intermediate tracks.

    We'll discuss:
    Parts of a bike and maintenance checks before leaving.
    Individual and group gear required (water, snacks, phone, map)
    How trails are graded and the various local and national organisations involved in developing biking. 


    Week Tasks/Activities

    Students continue planning ABL activity

    Preparation for Totara MTB - the final ride 2024

  • T4 W8 2 December - 8 December

    Mangemangeroa - Coastal Walk


    Learning Intentions:

    • Discover the wildlife and landscapes along our coastal walk, and understand why it's important to take care of our natural environment.

    • Learn how to read maps, and find your way through the park, so you can confidently explore.

    • Find out how to stay safe on our outdoor adventures by recognizing and managing any potential risks along the way.


    Success Criteria:

    • Identify and name at least three different plants or animals you encounter during the coastal walk

    • Successfully use a map to find your way to a predetermined location during the walk.

    • Point out at least two potential hazards during the walk and suggest ways to stay safe


    We’ll discuss:

    • Mangemangeroa Park

    • Topo Map and Google Maps

    • Navigation and map reading

    • Health and Safety planning - being prepared


    Week Tasks/Activities

    Mangemangeroa Coastal Challenge:

    Navigation, Plant Identification, Health and Safety

  • T4 W9 9 December - 15 December

    Orienteering:

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to read an orienteering map (scale, features, contours, orientation).
    To learn to navigate a prepared course (distances, direction, pace).
    To experience participating in an organised local orienteering event.

    Success Criteria
    Can orientate a map and use a compass.
    Can understand map features and navigate efficiently on varied terrain.

    We'll discuss:
    - Orientating maps with & without a compass)
    - Relating map symbols to terrain and vice versa
    - Orienteering symbols
    - Skills (eg thumbing the map to follow ground progress)
    - Tactics to complete a course individually and within the set time.



    Week Tasks/Activities

    Course Review with student feedback

    Duder Orienteering TBC due to School Wide Activities


  • 16 December - 22 December

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