Outdoor recreation : enrichment for a lifetime /

Outdoor Recreation looks at outdoor pursuits as a sub-phenomenon of the larger recreation and leisure phenomenon, but with an added touch, that of the natural element, with its psychological influence and social significance. Part One provides two views of nature, original inhabitants and newcomers....

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Main Authors: Cordes, Kathleen A. (Author), Hutson, Garrett A., 1978- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: [Champaign, Illinois] : Sagamore Venture, [2024].
Edition:Fifth edition.
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Summary:Outdoor Recreation looks at outdoor pursuits as a sub-phenomenon of the larger recreation and leisure phenomenon, but with an added touch, that of the natural element, with its psychological influence and social significance. Part One provides two views of nature, original inhabitants and newcomers. Part Two provides the reader with a description of the resources available to the outdoor adventurer, including federal, state, local and private. Part Three examines the policies, procedures and problems associated with outdoor recreation. Students will gain a broad appreciation enabling them to understand outdoor recreation from both the user and manager's viewpoint.
Physical Description:xiii, 566 pages : illustrations, maps ; 26 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:195281586X
9781952815867