Outdoor Education as a Service-Learning Project

Abstract

Abstract Students benefit from exploring nature and participating in outdoor activities that challenge them emotionally and physically. The purpose of this article is to describe an outdoor education class with 21 undergraduate physical education teacher education (PETE) students and the benefits of participating in this experience. The second purpose is to discuss the outcomes from participating in an outdoor education unit and the service-learning requirement that was included in teaching a Lifetime Activities course. Finally, the article provides resources, tips and suggestions for planning and implementing a similar experience in other programs.