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Figure 3 Leisure constraints and facilitatorsSource: Based on Raymore (2002).What this model highlights is the need for an integrated or holistic approach to participation,or as Raymore (2002) has termed it, an ecological approach. Thus, to maximise the benefitsfrom participation in outdoor activities, participation strategies need to address all areas ofboth facilitators and constraints.5.5. Recent Australian policies, strategies and activities promotingphysical and outdoor activitiesOver the last decade, there has been a range of Australian government, state and federal,initiatives aimed at encouraging physical activity and being outdoors. Table 8 provides asnapshot of those strategies. While there are have been numerous efforts to encourageparticipation in physical activity and outdoor activities, at times there may be a narrow focus,few resources beyond the strategy or a lack of an ongoing commitment that mat result inpermanent behaviour change.Page 23
Table 8 Examples of initiatives related to physical activity and being outdoorsPolicy, strategy or planFederal Active Australia• 1996-2000: Developing an active Australia: a framework for action forphysical activity and health (1998)• 2001-05: Backing Australia’s sporting ability: a more active Australia (2001)Australian National Cycling Strategy 2005-2010 www.austroads.com.au/abc/National Physical Activity Guidelines for Australians, 1999 www.health.gov.auEnvironmental Education for a Sustainable Future: National Action Plan, 2000www.environment.gov.au/education/publications/nap/ACT Program based upon Western Australian Department of Health’s physical activitycampaign Find thirty. It’s not a big exercise www.find30.com.au/NSW Learning for sustainability: NSW Environmental education plan 2007-10www.environment.nsw.gov.au/cee/lfs.htmPremier's Council for Active Living, 2007 www.pcal.nsw.gov.auNT Nutrition and Physical Activity Action Plans 2007-12www.nt.gov.au/health/publications.shtmlQld Queensland Physical Activity Strategy 2001 – 06 (draft)Smart Moves - Physical Activity Programs in Queensland State Schoolshttp://education.qld.gov.auSouth East Queensland Regional Outdoor Recreation Strategy: Discussion paperwww.dip.qld.gov.au/regional-planning/outdoor-recreation-strategy.htmlActive trails: A strategy for regional trails in South East Queenslandwww.dip.qld.gov.au/regional-planning/active-trails-strategy.htmlSA Life Be In It www.sa.lifebeinit.org/default.phpPhysical Activity Strategy for South Australia. 2004-08 www.recreationsa.orgTas Tasmanian Physical Activity Plan 2005-10Get Moving Tasmania www.getmoving.tas.gov.auVic Go for your life www.goforyourlife.vic.gov.auVictorian Trails Strategy 2005-10 www.dse.vic.gov.auActive Melbourne Strategy, 2007 www.melbourne.vic.gov.auWA Be Active WA www.beactive.wa.gov.auPhysical Activity Plan 2004-07 www.det.wa.edu.au/education/physicalactivity/6. Discussion and Future Research6.1. DiscussionIn the context of a society that is increasingly becoming disconnected from nature andexperiences in natural environments, there is a great need for those in the outdoor industry(broadly defined) to be aware of the benefits achievable in the programs and opportunitiesthey offer. This report has sought to take a broad view of the benefits of outdoor adventureactivities to reflect the growing linkage in research between participation in out-of-doorsactivities and the health and wellbeing of individuals, communities, society and theenvironment.Evidence from the research presented, previous international reviews and policy initiativesconcur that engaging in physical activities in nature and with nature is beneficial forindividuals and communities. In addition, the out-of-doors environment is shown to be aneffective learning space for personal development.Page 24
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