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Social and Behavioral Sciences

2004

Journal

Outdoor adventure programs

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Motives For Participation In College-Based Outdoor Adventure Programs, Andrew G. Bentley Jan 2004

Motives For Participation In College-Based Outdoor Adventure Programs, Andrew G. Bentley

Research in Outdoor Education

This study identified important motives for participation in coliege-based outdoor adventure programs. In addition, significant differences were determined across experience, participation levels, and credit allocation. By understanding motives important for outdoor adventure programs, this research provides empirical evidence for the management decision making process regarding course offerings and marketing strategies.


An Exploration Of Meaningful Involvement In Ropes Course Programs, Kathy Haras, Camille J. Bunting Jan 2004

An Exploration Of Meaningful Involvement In Ropes Course Programs, Kathy Haras, Camille J. Bunting

Research in Outdoor Education

The purpose of this study was to: 1) determine if there was a measurable difference in meaningful involvement between the Challenge by Choice (CbC) and Inviting Optimum Participation (IOP) approaches to ropes course program design and delivery; and 2) identify and compare the linkages among program attributes,outcomes, and values with each approach.


Self-Determination And The Adventure Experience: A Study Of Female Adolescents, Sydney L. Sklar, Heather Gibson Jan 2004

Self-Determination And The Adventure Experience: A Study Of Female Adolescents, Sydney L. Sklar, Heather Gibson

Research in Outdoor Education

The purpose of this study was to develop an understanding of the self-determination characteristics of at-risk adolescents entering a therapeutic wilderness program and to determine the effect of the program on participants' self- determination.