Recent Links
(from most recent to least
recent)
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Solo hour in
nature
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
We are rarely "still" in nature. Visit
a natural place that is conveniently available. Spend one hour in
silence. Simply observe and be. Relaxing and opening.
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Working with substance abusing adolescents through Project Adventure
(Lee Gillis & Cindy Simpson, 1994, Addictions Looseleaf Notebook)
Gillis and Simpson's article is now a classic in the
annals of adventure therapy. It is the clearest and most
comprehensive description of how adventure-based counseling (ABC) can
be used for treating drug-addiction problems in youth. The
article outlines an ABC process with details of specific activities to
stimulate ideas about how experiential adventure programming can help
to facilitate positive insight and positive action for youth and
families struggling with drug-abuse.
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Team building
exercise: Create your own team building activity
(James Neill, May, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
Involves small groups in designing and presenting a new group activity.
A challenging exercise which requires all the elements of teamwork.
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Vacationers find it difficult to take psychological time off
(Benedict Carey, May 17, 2004, Los Angeles Times)
People are working harder than ever and are struggling to
relax while on holiday. Holidayers often report disenchantment
with their experiences, but are inclined to look back at past holidays
through rose-colored glasses. In all of this, people seem to be
searching for time to be themselves but are coming up empty-handed.
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Group dynamics, group exercises & papers on
facilitation
(Jerry Hampton, 2004)
Rich array of group dynamics resources by experienced
author. Practical and theoretical information on how to lead small
groups for personal and interpersonal growth and community building.
Includes descriptions of well-developed group exercises. Influenced by
work of Scott M. Peck, author of classic book "The Road Less Traveled".
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What motivates a thrillseeker?
(Meredith Goad, 24 May, 2004, Portland Press Herald)
Psychologically, people lie on a continuum with regards
to their desire to experience thrill through risk-taking. Big
T's tend to pursue risks in their careers, physical adventure, and are
more susceptible to drug use, gambling and other risky behaviors.
Little T's assess risks differently and are more cautious.
Interestingly, this "sensation-seeking" personal attribute is about
two-thirds genetically based. There are also developmental
patterns, with risk-taking peaking during adolescence and young
adulthood, and lowering after people have children.
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Shun soft, selfish ways, Singapore education
minister urges youths
(Kevin Tan, 17 May, 2004, Today Online)
According to the Singaporean education minister life
today is too soft and selfish. A get-tough attitude needs to be fostered
in youth, particularly through outdoor and overseas experiences.
And parents need to teach children to care more about others.
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Extreme expeditions: Sherpa breaks
record for Everest ascent
(Channel NewsAsia, 21 May, 2004)
50 years ago it took Hilary and Tenzing over seven
weeks from Everest basecamp
to become the first humans known to have scaled the highest peak on
Earth. Now, two vying Sherpas are doing it in under 12 hours.
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Fun group game:
Giants, wizards & elves
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
Fun chasing game with suspense, laughter and exercise. Giant
squishes elf; elf tricks wizard;
wizard zaps giant.
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Soft and conceptual skills: The often overlooked components of outdoor
leadership
(Michael Swiderski, 1987, The Bradford Papers)
One of the earliest articles which distinguished between "soft" and
"hard" skills in outdoor leadership. Soft skills refer to people-skills (e.g., empathy and facilitation). Hard skills refer to
physical skills (e.g., camping and navigation).
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Get-to-know-you activity: Everything you ever wanted to know about one
another
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
Involves small groups sharing answers to 10
revealing questions, including "What would you do if you had $1 million to
spend in 24 hours?".
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US travel industry forecasts improve
(The Outdoor Network, 10 May, 2004)
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Risk
taking as an educational tool
(Marda Bureau, 1983, The Bradford Papers Online)
Top 10 team building
tips
(Larry Lipman, 2001) -
Alternative
education: What does it mean, what does it look like?
(Ray Handley, c.2002, REAL School)
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Nature = woman? The ecofeminist thang
(Samantha Callender, 1996)
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Growth = Challenge +
Support
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
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Campaign for Adventure: Risk &
enterprise in society
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Outdoor education
theories & their role in program design & delivery
(Ozgur Akbas, May, 2004, European Association for Experiential Education
Conference, Czech Republic)
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Survival scenario
exercise
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
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Green is good
for you: The mental
restoration we get from nature has implications for how we design
artificial environments
(Rebecca Clay, 34(2), 2001, American Psychological Association Monitor)
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Team building
exercises: Review of top 15 websites on Google
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
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Family adventure
therapy: Overview, theory and research
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education
Research & Evaluation Center)
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Online newsletter: The
Ripple Effect
(Dan Creely, Teachers of Experiential & Adventure Methodology, College
of Education, North Eastern Illinois University)
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Trends in peace education:
What is peace education, trends in the US since 1980's, & web resources
(Marcia Johnson, 1998, ERIC Digest)
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Team building exercise:
Helium Stick
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
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Wanted: Adventurous families with a story to tell
(Kirstie Pelling & Stuart Wickes, 14 April, 2004, Family on a Bike)
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Experiential
education: Fifth grade students at crumbling Chicago elementary school
challenge political indifference
(Ralph Nader, 20 April, 2004, www.commondreams.org)
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Amazon Interactive: The Ecotourism Game
(Educational Web Adventures, 1996)
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Managing the risks, enjoying the experience:
Where
schools stand legally in regard to outdoor activities
(Education Gazette, 83(3), 23 February, 2004, New Zealand)
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Environmental activity:
Why not eat bugs?
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
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Field theory: Kurt Lewin
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
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What was it like to grow up 50 years ago?
(author unknown)
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Leave No Trace (LNT) teaching
resources
(Leave No Trace, USA)
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Pupils really dig learning: Educating elementary kids in the garden
(Julia Oliver, Fayetteville Online Story, 12 April, 2004)
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Communication & relationship-building activity: Mine Field
(James Neill, 2004, Outdoor Education Research & Evaluation Center)
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PsychSymposium.com focuses on applying ancient
wisdom practices to psychology
(Steven Colmant & Allen Eason, 2004)
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What
is Kolb's model of experiential education & where does it come from?
(Richard Shields, et al, 2001, University of Toronto)
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USA
government bill tackles obesity by enhancing outdoor recreation
facilities
(The Outdoor Network, 5 April, 2004)
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Identifying
4-H camping outcomes using a standardized evaluation process across
multiple 4-H educational centers
(Barry Garst & F. Bruce, 2003, Journal of Extension, 41(3))
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Top 10 icebreakers for meetings & training seminars
(Janice Lavore, 1997, www.topten.org)
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Bad Ass of the Month: James Neill
(www.PsychSymposium.com)
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Research notes: What happens to campers at camp? (psychological, social,
health impacts)
(Gwynn M. Powell, Camping Magazine, Sep-Oct, 2003)
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Online Study: Survey on paddlesport education & awareness
(American Canoe Association, 2004)
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Icebreaker/Name Game:
Cocktail Party
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The benefits of outdoor learning centers for gifted young students
(Gifted Child Today Magazine, Winter, 2003)
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New
professional ropes course association launched in USA
(The Outdoor Network, 16 March 16, 2004)
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Trends: The camping movement takes shape
(Bernard S. Mason, reprinted from January
1937 issue,
Camping Magazine, Nov, 1999)
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Center for Disease Control (USA) runs ads to get
kids to play outside
(Associated Press, 1 March, 2004)
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