Mountain Climbing Webquest |
You are about to embark on an expedition of survival in the mountains. After your team has chosen a range to explore, you will need to delegate important tasks amongst your members. Your choices are:
After assigning roles, your team should have a dialog about expectations, responsibilities, and cooperation. Now that you have identified your duty, you will need to do some research. Use the links provided to gather information essential for your team to be successful.
Supply CoordinatorYou will need to inform your team about all of the equipment necessary for the climb. Develop a list with an explanation and cost of each item.
Weather/Land ExpertThe information you provide will be extremely important in planning the timing of your climb. You'll want to learn which season offers favorable weather for the expedition. The geography of your range could make a difference. You may have to search additional sites to find specific information for your range. Create charts showing temperatures and rain/snowfall. Choose a month for the climb and be prepared to justify your decision. Provide warnings about weather extremes related to geography.
Shelter and Food ManagerThe members of your team will depend upon you to advise them on a shelter that is warm and dry. A good night's sleep is important for the next day's climb. You will also be working up an appetite, so it is your job to research food that is healthy and nutritious. Design a shelter that is practical for your mountain range. Make a "grocery list" and plan daily meals for your expedition.
Types of Mountain Climbing Shelters Shelters Used in Mountaineering and Climbing. http://www.abc-of-rockclimbing.com/training/counting-food-carbohydrates-for-climbing.asp# http://www.abc-of-mountaineering.com/articles/food.asp Route Mapper Getting lost can be a matter of life or death on a mountain range.You will be responsible for making sure that does not happen to your team Use the links below as a reference. Gather as much information as you can about a route to the summit. If you have the information, create a route map. If not, create a map showing the location of your mountain.
Alaska/Denali: West Buttress Route Mount Robson - Canadian Rockies
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Now that you've completed your research, you're ready to compile all of it into a final product. Your group will be working together to create a guide for a novice, or beginning, mountain climber. It should include useful information, lists, prices, maps, charts, and photos. The following links will show you examples of professional travel guides.
The Complete Scuba Diving Guide Your webquest work will be worth 50 Writing points. Most will be individual points, but 5 will reflect the collaboration your group did including shared opportunities, responsibilities, and problem solving. The rest of the points will be awarded as follows:
Scoring
Research (0 - 15 points) Clear and evident investigation of Internet links is reflected in body of information. Maps, notes, charts, lists, prices are included.
Mountain climbing guide page (0 - 10 points)Information is concentrated into 1 page of the travel guide. Page is organized and easy to read. Visual representations in the form of photos, maps, charts, etc.
Journal (0 - 10 points)Entries are complete and reflect involvement and critical thinking.
Group Work (0 - 5 points)
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