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Brochure: Jacksonville Funtime Around The Clock: 8 Fascinating Tours To Nearby Historical And Pleasure Spots, Jacksonville Advertising Committee

Tourism

“Add to your vacation enjoyment” A pamphlet including a visitor’s guide map for Jacksonville and the surrounding area discussing available tours including: sports, scenic, history, evening, industrial, cultural, beaches, St Augustine, and Marineland tours. Convention and Visitors Bureau – Hemming Park, Jacksonville, Florida Phone Elgin 3-9736.

Brochure: Jacksonville Florida Your Boating Headquarters, Tourist And Convention Bureau

Tourism

A pamphlet by the Tourist and Convention Bureau 307 Hogan Street, Jacksonville Florida. It is a guide to docking facilities, navigable water, and vacation entertainment for Jacksonville and the surrounding area. Images and a brief map of the area included. Locations include Diesel Shipbuilding, Beach Marine Service, El Verde Yacht Basin, Fulton Yacht Basin, Leake’s Boat Yard, Rawls Bros., Merrill-Stevens, Southern Shipbuilding, Jacksonville Yacht Storage, St. Johns Boat Company, Gibbs Corp., Midtown Marina, Graham Boat Yard Knight Boats & Motor Inc., and Florida Yacht Club of Jacksonville. (No date.)

From Playing For Fun To Gambling For Money: A Qualitative Longitudinal Study Of Simulated Digital Gambling Among Danish Adolescents, Søren Kristiansen

International Conference on Gambling & Risk Taking

Simulated digital youth gambling is an area if concern among researchers and professionals. Of particular interest is the association between simulated and monetary gambling, and it has been suggested that some young people might migrate from simulated digital, free-to-play gambling with virtual currencies to gambling with real money. Research in the field of simulated digital youth gambling is relatively sparse, and lately researchers have been calling for longitudinal and qualitative research. The present study address this call and presents findings from a qualitative longitudinal study of gambling behaviors among Danish adolescents based on a cohort of 51 young Danes. Data …

Law Library Blog (June 2016): Legal Beagle's Blog Archive, Roger Williams University School Of Law

Law Library Newsletters/Blog

No abstract provided.

Brochure: Jacksonville, Florida… Bold New City Of The South, Electric And Water Utilities Department

Tourism

A pamphlet made possible by the Electric and Water Utilities Department, City of Jacksonville, Florida. Vacation Fun Unlimited. The pamphlet includes images and descriptions of the myriad delights of Jacksonville including water sports, golf, gardens, museums, and history.

Brochure: Jacksonville Florida As A Place Of Winter Residence, City Council Advertising Committee

Tourism

This booklet is intended to describe and picture a few of the many things which combine to make Jacksonville a pleasant place to visit and in which to live. It includes lists housing , winter sports, and nearby trips. The brochure was prepared by the Advertising Committee of the City Council of Jacksonville, City Advertising Department, Recorder’s Office, Room 11 City Hall Jacksonville, Florida. [19--?]

Brochure: Florida's Oriental Gardens Jacksonville, Florida

Tourism

An advertisement for Jacksonville Florida’s Oriental Gardens; it includes a description of the garden and a map of Jacksonville showing the location, and images of the gardens. The gardens were owned privately by George W. Clark. After his death they owned and operated by the Panama Investment Company and opened to the public. George W. Clark Jr. – President, Panama Investment Company. The map also list other sites worth seeing in Florida. (no date)

Brochure: The Florida Ostrich Farm Jacksonville, Fla.

Tourism

“The Largest Ostrich Farm in The East” Between 1900 and 1901? (Garrett Ptg.Co.) An advertisement for the Florida Ostrich Farm locates on the banks of the St. Johns River in South Jacksonville. Riding and driving of ostriches daily between 11:30 A.M and 3:30 P.M. Plumes, tips fans, hats, feather fancies, etc. for sale. On Verso: The Alligator Farm Jacksonville, Fla. The advertisement also includes the sites to see at the Alligator Farm, including trained alligators “shooting the chutes”. Alligator leather goods available.

Brochure: Enjoy Jacksonville There’S A Lot To See And Do, Jacksonville Tourism & Convention Center

Tourism

A pamphlet distributed by Jacksonville Tourist & Convention Bureau, no date. The brochure lists the many things to see and do in Jacksonville Florida: fishing, boating, a recreation center, oriental gardens, night life, dog races, tours, golf, beaches, hotels, and restaurants. It also includes a map of downtown Jacksonville marking the location of the Information Bureau in Hemming Park.

Brochure: Colorful*Key*Center*For*Defense*Activities Jacksonville Florida, Tourist And Convention Bureau

Tourism

A pamphlet by The Tourist and Convention Bureau, Hemming Park Jacksonville Florida inviting people to enjoy the “Friendly City of Endless Charm”. The brochure mentions historic Stowe Lodge, local fishing, sailing, hunting, golf, year round tennis, beaches, and the construction of U.S. Naval Air Station. A map with what to see and do in and near Jacksonville is included. Mentioned on the map: Oriental Gardens (Tropical Beauty Spot), Keystone (Huge Live Oak), Jacksonville Zoo, Jacksonville Airport, Mandarin (Stowe House), St. Johns Bluff (Site of Ft. Caroline), Dinsmore (Dairy Farm), Orange Park (Moosehaven), Beaches (World’s Finest), Pilot Town (Ribault Landing), Fort …

Assessing Going-To-The-Sun Road Travelers’ Attitudes, Knowledge, And Perceptions Of Bicycling, Brian Battaglia, Norma P. Nickerson

Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications

Visitors of the Going-to-the-Sun Road (GTSR) are primarily scenic drivers, yet niche groups of bicyclists have a stake in sharing the GTSR. Conducting a quantitative survey assessment on the bicycling attitudes of visitors produced key findings for determining visitor support for bicycling along the GTSR. Park officials are in a position to evaluate data on bicycling attitudes for visitor management and transportation decision making along the Going-to-the-Sun Road.

Building Constituency At Yellowstone National Park: Predicting Visitor Support Now And Into The Future, Jacob Daniel Jorgenson, Norma P. Nickerson

Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications

The purpose of this study was to explore how visitors support Yellowstone National Park, differences in support among groups, and the relationships between support and various behavioral and psychological concepts. An on-site and mail-back survey was conducted. Results indicate that highly salient memories lead to place attachment and are significantly related to increasing park support. High park supporters tended to be older, more experienced with the park, have geotouristic tendencies, and are generally more involved in recreational activities. Practical implications from this research show a need to engage visitors and provide experiences that are likely to lead to park support.

Interaction With Water: Water-Based Outdoor Recreation And Water Quality Perception And Concern Among Residents Of Utah, Matthew J. Barnett

Undergraduate Honors Capstone Projects

There are a large number of impaired water bodies in Utah, and population trends indicate that water quality impairment will become an increasingly important issue in the future. Because of education and management implications, an understanding of the social processes that drive water quality perception and concern is a matter of interest and importance. Sociodemographic characteristics and outdoor recreational activity have both been associated with environmental concern in the past. Using a Generalized Linear Modeling approach, this study explores the relationship between water-based outdoor recreation and water quality perception and concern. It is found that participation in water-based outdoor recreation …

Understanding Park Support: Philanthropy And Other Support For Yellowstone National Park, Geoffrey G. Havens, Norma P. Nickerson

Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications

This report was conducted as one piece of a larger project on visitor support for Yellowstone National Park. Twenty-eight interviews were conducted with park non-profit supporters and repeat visitors to determine how these participants support the park and the reasons behind doing so. Additionally, other causes supported by participants were examined to place park support in a broader philanthropic context. Results revealed that beyond monetary support, activities such as sharing experiences, introducing newcomers to Yellowstone, and educating others about Yellowstone were common support activities utilized by all three groups. Repeat visitors were less likely to give monetary contributions, but otherwise …

A Comparison Of Vacationer Spending Segments, Kara Grau, Norma P. Nickerson

Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications

The purpose of this study was to compare characteristics of vacationers segmented into three groups: high-spenders, mid-range spenders, and low-spenders. This report contains information comparing the similarities and differences between these three groups of vacation travelers in Montana during 2015.

Nature Connection: Theory, Evidence And Practice, Matt V. Bukowski

Showcase of Graduate Student Scholarship and Creative Activities

This presentation explores scholarly work at the intersection of mental health and the natural world in a variety of disciplines. My intent is to provide an overview of theoretical perspectives, research-based evidence, and clinical practices that support the idea that experiencing the natural world can improve human mental health outcomes.

Gender Differences In Motivational Practices Among Collegiate Club Athletes, Jenna Thompson

Showcase of Graduate Student Scholarship and Creative Activities

Motivation is one of the most pertinent factors in the performance and success of athletes. It is important to make sure that motivational strategies are employed with the athlete in mind, with gender being at the forefront. After examining some of the most vital research in the fields of motivation, gender, and sports, various club sport teams at James Madison University will be interviewed to see the interplay between the aforementioned factors. The purpose of this qualitative study is to examine the gender differences in motivational practices among collegiate club athletes. This research answers questions about best practices in motivational …

Plant Community Composition And Structure Monitoring For Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, 2011-2015 Summary Report, Isabel W. Ashton, Christopher J. Davis

United States National Park Service: Publications

Executive Summary

The Northern Great Plains Inventory & Monitoring Program and Fire Effects Program have been monitoring vegetation in Agate Fossil Beds National Monument for over 18 years. While methods have changed slightly, this report summarizes data from over 80 locations from 1998-2015. We use these data to explore status and trends in upland and riparian plant communities, the occurrence of rare plants, and the effects of the Fossil Hills trail installation on the surrounding vegetation. A summary of the current condition (2011-2015) and trends (based on 1998-2015) in plant communities at Agate Fossil Beds NM (AGFO) is found in …

Parent Anxiety Causes And Consequences: Perspectives From Camp Program Providers, Barry A. Garst, Ryan Gagnon, Troy Bennett

Publications

Although out-of-school time experiences such as camp contribute to youth development, youth in-volvement in these developmental experiences is largely dependent on parents who determine which activities are appropriate for their children. A contributing factor to parents’ decisions to send their child to camp is the amount of risk and non-clinical anxiety that parents associate with the camp experience, yet little attention has been paid to these issues, particularly from the perspective of camp program providers. It is unclear to what extent parent anxiety is an operational and pro-grammatic concern for camp program providers. Informed by risk perception and parent involve-ment …

Come On Baby, Light My Fire: A Study On Dutch Millennial Usage Of Dating Applications And Morals, Hannah Stokes

Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection

This is an explorative study of Dutch Millennials and their usage of mobile dating applications in better understanding the connections between youth culture, technology, and intimate relationships. This research also explores common behaviors and beliefs of a specific age group using generational theory. Five qualitative interviews with Dutch Millennials born between 1983 and 1997. The data from the interviews was analyzed using a generational theory framework, but also in relation to common understanding of the Millennial generation’s characteristics and behaviors. Participants spoke about their identities as Millennials, their relationship with technology and social media, as well as their experiences dating …