outdoorsport
Outdoorsport is a broad term describing physical activities carried out in natural outdoor environments, often emphasizing skill, endurance, and enjoyment of the outdoors. It includes both organized competition and informal recreation, and covers a range of disciplines that depend on terrain, weather, and season. It is distinct from indoor sports and from purely recreational activities by its emphasis on athletic challenge and technical proficiency in outdoor settings.
Common examples span hiking, trail running, mountain biking, rock and ice climbing, kayaking and canoeing, sailing
Equipment and preparation vary by activity but typically include appropriate footwear, weather-appropriate clothing, and protective gear
Organized outdoorsport is supported by clubs, outdoor recreation associations, and national federations that regulate competitions, provide