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National Geographic Crown Of The Continent Geotourism Mapguide Usage Assessment, Christine Oschell, Norma P. Nickerson
National Geographic Crown Of The Continent Geotourism Mapguide Usage Assessment, Christine Oschell, Norma P. Nickerson
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report examined the uses of the Crown of the Continent MapGuide (both the printed and website versions) and how this tool has influenced those who use it. The Crown of the Continent MapGuide appears to be a tool that is influencing many visitors to the area. The findings of this study suggest that the Geotourism concept, as portrayed by the MapGuide, is a successful tool in visitor management.
Park Visitors: A Summary, Christine Oschell
Park Visitors: A Summary, Christine Oschell
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This report is the last in a series of three reports which detail results from a study conducted in 2008 and 2009 of visitors to Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks. The report briefly summarizes results from the whole sample of visitors to both parks.
Yellowstone National Park Visitors: A Seasonal Analysis, Christine Oschell
Yellowstone National Park Visitors: A Seasonal Analysis, Christine Oschell
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This report is part of a series that examines visitors in gateway communities of both Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks with the purpose of understanding the lifestyle, habits, values, demographics and travel characteristics of visitors to the parks. This report details only the results of Yellowstone visitors and presents the results by the season in which the visitors were intercepted (spring, summer and fall, 2008). The findings suggest that visitors to Yellowstone do not differ significantly, regardless of season of visitation, in their lifestyles, habits, preferred experiences or values.
Glacier National Park Visitors: A Seasonal Analysis, Christine Oschell, Megan Tanner, Norma P. Nickerson
Glacier National Park Visitors: A Seasonal Analysis, Christine Oschell, Megan Tanner, Norma P. Nickerson
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report is part of a series that examines visitors in gateway communities of both Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks with the purpose of understanding the lifestyle, habits, values, demographics and travel characteristics of visitors to the parks. This report details only the results of Glacier visitors and presents the results by the season in which the visitors were intercepted (spring, summer and fall, 2008). The findings suggest that visitors to Glacier do not differ significantly, regardless of season of visitation, in their lifestyles, habits, preferred experiences or values.
First And Subsequent Visits To Montana: A Behavioral Analysis , Norma Nickerson, Dylan Boyle
First And Subsequent Visits To Montana: A Behavioral Analysis , Norma Nickerson, Dylan Boyle
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Interviews of nonresident repeat vacationers to Montana told the story of their very first visit to Montana. Seventy percent came to Montana and visited either Yellowstone or Glacier National Park. Thirty percent came originally for business, VFR, or passing through. All of these visitors felt the need to return to Montana. This report discusses the first and subsequent visits to Montana. Marketing implications of this study suggest that Yellowstone, specifically, and Glacier secondly, should be used to draw first time visitors to Montana. Other first time visitors are drawn to Montana for specific activities such as fishing, skiing, hunting, backpacking, …
What The People Think: Glacier National Park And Vicinity, Norma P. Nickerson
What The People Think: Glacier National Park And Vicinity, Norma P. Nickerson
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This report brings together many studies and articles written over the years about people and places in and around the Flathead Valley area of Montana. The report was written for the National Parks Conservation Association for use in their report, "Gateway to Glacier, the Emerging Economy of Flathead County." The NPCA report can accessed at
Economic Impacts Of Going-To-The-Sun Road Reconstruction: Montana And "Glacier Area" Impacts, Norma P. Nickerson, Ross E. Nickerson
Economic Impacts Of Going-To-The-Sun Road Reconstruction: Montana And "Glacier Area" Impacts, Norma P. Nickerson, Ross E. Nickerson
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Estimates the potential economic impact of various reconstruction alternatives of the Going-to-the-Sun road in Glacier National Park. This study provides the information needed to make an informed decision about the alternative choices. Analysis of secondary data on Glacier National Park, vehicle movement in the park, and other travel statistics.
The Glacier National Park Visitor Use Study, Theron A. Miller, Stephen F. Mccool
The Glacier National Park Visitor Use Study, Theron A. Miller, Stephen F. Mccool
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Presents results of a survey of Glacier National Park visitors from November 1992 to October 1993. Seasonal visitor demographic characteristics and trip characteristics are presented as well as visitor expectations, preferences, perceptions, and satisfactions.
An Estimate Of Backcountry Day Use Of Glacier National Park, Stephen F. Mccool, Amy M. Braithwaite, Katherine C. Kendall
An Estimate Of Backcountry Day Use Of Glacier National Park, Stephen F. Mccool, Amy M. Braithwaite, Katherine C. Kendall
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Estimates the number of people entering the Glacier National Park backcountry for the summer season of 1988 using infrared beam-activated photography, embedded vibration sensing counters, and trailhead registration validated by personal observation. The study also developed an equation to estimate use levels in future seasons at low cost.