Environmental Studies 249 - O utdoor Recreation and Public Land

Institution:

St Lawrence University

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Description:

The popularity of outdoor recreation continues to increase dramatically. Land managers are often charged with the contradictory responsibilities of allowing an "unconfined" recreationexperience while maintaining resource protection. This course is an interdisciplinary investigation of outdoor recreation on public lands and its social and ecological consequences. The emphasis is on wildland recreation - activities that are dependent on undeveloped settings. The course examines the biophysical and social science of recreation to inform policy and planning approaches. Prerequisite: Environmental Studies 101.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stlawu.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 229-5011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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