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Jordan, Debra J. – Camping Magazine, 1996
A study examining the characteristics of adventure recreation experiences concluded that people who enjoy adventure recreation seek out increasingly challenging opportunities, not higher levels of risk. Another study found that instructor skills rank as the most important determinant for participation in nature-based programs, and women rank it…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Camping, Outdoor Activities, Program Attitudes
Barrett, Jon – Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Leadership, 1993
A survey of the outdoor activity programming available to high-risk youth in the United Kingdom reveals limited availability of programs, little evidence of intensive personal development or therapeutic work in programs, and a significant interest among providers and users in sharing information and ideas. (LP)
Descriptors: Adventure Education, At Risk Persons, Delinquent Rehabilitation, Foreign Countries
Priest, Simon – 1987
Information related to selecting, training, and certifying outdoor leaders for high adventure pursuits, is provided by selected experts from five English-speaking nations (Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United States). Patterns of differences and similarities among these nations regarding outdoor leadership components and…
Descriptors: Adventure Education, Certification, Credentials, Decision Making Skills
