Evaluation Rubric: General Outdoor Ability

General Outdoor Ability is one of the five general skills of the Field School.

All students will be evaluated according to the following rubric.

Just as a reminder, the following items are listed as the Assignment.

  • A knowledge and practical ability in safety and survival skills.
  • A basic ability to camp, including staying dry and comfortable.
  • An ability to maintain an orderly and clean environment.
  • Willingness to make a positive contribution to the overall espirit of the camp.
  • Participation in camp activities.
  • Demonstration of proper and consistent maintenance of equipment.
  • Timeliness.
  • Participation in team activities, including appropriate leadership and team member roles.
  • Proper establishment and tear-down of the camp.
  • Respect for the environment in which the camp is established and the places visited.
  • Appropriate contributions to the overall safety and security of the camp.
  • Respect for all individuals in the camp and an appropriate recognition of the roles of all individuals.

Note:

  • We need to add something about coming prepared.

Last Updated: September 23, 2011.