recreation
Define recreation in outdoor environments.
Recreation is any activity undertaken for enjoyment, amusement or pleasure. In outdoor environments-recreational activities are undertaken in two ways:-
storehouse, resource?
Define conservation.
Conservation is the preservation, protection, management, or restoration of natural environments.
Name of the typhoon that hit which country ........
Vietnam
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
Pacific
Give one example of a positive impact of recreational activities such as surfing?
Name one example of a commercial activity in Australia that uses natural resources
forestry, mining, farming
Give one positive impact of conservation practice? e.g. tree planting?
Positive impact — protects biodiversity, restores ecosystems, preserves endangered species.
which football player was caught meeting up with Tammy Hembrow?
Which two elements make up water?
Answer: Hydrogen and oxygen
List two negative impacts recreation can have on natural environments.- and must link to an recreational activity
State one positive and one negative impact of mining.
provides jobs/food/resources.
Negative = environmental damage like pollution, soil degradation, or deforestation.
Give one negative impact of conservation practices. such as installing bush washing stations to prevent the spread of disease on the bottom of hiking boots?
expensive to install, visitors might not follow the signs, not 100% effective
why has is the town Porepunkah in the news and a man on the run from police?
a shooting of 2 police officers during an attempt arrest/warrant
What is the most well-known type of wine that the Mornington Peninsula's cool, maritime climate is particularly noted for?
Pinot Noir
explain the difference between adventure-based and nature-based recreation
•Adventure based: Focusing on the activity as opposed to the setting.
•Nature based: focusing on the natural environment.
How has timber harvesting or farming impacted outdoor environments? Give one example.
Timber harvesting removes forest cover, reducing biodiversity/habitats. Farming can degrade soil and water quality.
How can conservation efforts sometimes unintentionally harm the environment they are trying to protect? e.g. walking paths
Conservation can attract more visitors to sensitive areas, build infrastructure that disturbs habitats, or relocate species in ways that disrupt ecosystems.
The aussie Gov ahs approved over 300 childcare centres across Australia to be installed with __________?
CCTV cameras
What is the fear of heights called?
Acrophobia
give specific PROS/CONS of how rock climbing in the Grampians has impacted both the environment and the community.
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Discuss how ecotourism can provide both economic benefits and environmental risks. Provide an example.
Ecotourism creates jobs and funds conservation (economic benefit), but if unmanaged, it can lead to pollution, habitat disturbance, or overuse of fragile areas. Example: Great Barrier Reef tourism boosts local economies but also risks coral damage from boats and divers.
List 5 things you could do while Camping at the prom to limit your impact- during your stay?
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The Victorian Government has implemented a ban on ______________, classifying them as a prohibited weapon as of today
machetes
What is the largest country in the world by land area?
Russia