Methodology for Outdoor Activities

Methodology for Outdoor Activities is a small-scale partnership project in the field of youth, co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union.

Outdoor activities support health, teamwork, and creativity, while also strengthening our connection with nature and encouraging personal growth. To make the most of these experiences, it is always better to follow a clear methodology. A structured plan ensures safety, provides direction, and helps activities achieve their intended goals, making them more meaningful and impactful for everyone involved.

The central aim of the partnership is to design and document a comprehensive outdoor activity methodology, supported by five detailed activity plans and clear implementation guidelines. This methodology will be practical and adaptable, allowing youth workers across Europe to apply it in different cultural and social contexts.

To bring the methodology to life, the project will:

Train youth workers through conducting three international training sessions, focused on outdoor education, non-formal learning, and inclusion.
Pilot the methodology by mindfully implementing three pilot activities, directly involving young people. These pilots will test and refine the activity plans in real-world conditions.
Create sustainable resources – the final methodology framework and activity booklet will be published digitally and shared widely.

Partner organisations

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Activities

Management

To reach the objectives proposed, the project team is collaborating and keeping close communication via virtual means. At the same time, they will meet four times throughout the project implementation process for conducting transnational meetings. This form of collaboration between the partners will ensure a smooth and efficient work environment and result in meeting the project objectives.

Thematic

During the project will be developed a booklet for youth workers which will include a thorough methodology that can later be used for successfully conducting and facilitating outdoor activities. The team will also test the efficiency of the methodology through leading three pilot activities with youth. In this way, the project aim will be met and a sustainable resource will be created for the future activities.

Steps taken so far

First Transnational Project Meeting

Webpage dedicated to the project

We worked together to align on the project’s vision, goals, and timeline. We clarified everyone’s roles, agreed on communication and administrative procedures, and shared our experience in youth work and outdoor activities. The meeting set a strong foundation for developing the outdoor methodology and gave us clear next steps for moving forward as a team.

As part of the project, we created this webpage on the ARAO website to share information about our activities, objectives, and results. The page presents the project’s aims, updates from meetings, and resources for youth workers and young people. It serves as a central hub for communication and dissemination, helping us reach a wider audience and keep partners and the public informed about the project’s progress.

Second Transnational Project Meeting

First Draft of the Methodology Booklet

We reviewed project progress and continued developing the outdoor activities methodology. We discussed the first draft, agreed on improvements, and clarified each partner’s contributions. We also planned the structure of the upcoming youth worker trainings and outlined the steps before starting pilot activities. The meeting strengthened our coordination and helped us move closer to implementing the project’s core activities.

The first draft of the project’s outdoor activities methodology booklet was created, outlining key principles, learning approaches, and sample activities for youth workers. The draft is practical and user-friendly, providing guidance on facilitation, reflection, and inclusion. It is now available for partners to review and give feedback and can be found down below for anyone interested in exploring the initial version.

First Draft of the Methodology Booklet

Methodology for Outdoor Activities - Booklet.pdf

Thank you for following our journey! Stay tuned for updates as we continue developing the project, creating activities, and sharing resources for youth workers and young people. Exciting progress is on the way, and we look forward to keeping you informed every step of the way.

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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