Bushwalking and Wellbeing
1. Research and explain 5 benefits of engaging with Bushwalking
2. Research and describe the local walking groups or clubs in the Modbury Heights and
Adelaide region.
3. Walking is beneficial to physical health- how does walking benefit your physical
health?
4. Walking is beneficial to social health- how does walking benefit your social health?
5. Walking is beneficial to mental health- how does walking benefit your mental health?
6. Where are some local areas in the community you could engage with Bushwalking?
Find 3 areas near your house
7. Bushwalking is popular in conservation and national parks. Research to find 5 popular
walks in parks within SA AND 5 other areas around Australia (with maps showing
locations)
8. There are several safety considerations when walking in local areas. What are 6
hazards and how do you decrease their risk?
9. What equipment would you need for a walk-in a) local area and b) a National park?
10.We have investigated/participated in different physical activity options throughout
the last 4 weeks of Year 10 HPE (Yoga, HIIT, Zumba, Walking). What are other
physical activity options you could engage with in the local community and how
could they connect to your overall wellbeing?