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Park County, Wy Visitor Profile: 2016 To 2005 Comparison, Norma P. Nickerson
Park County, Wy Visitor Profile: 2016 To 2005 Comparison, Norma P. Nickerson
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report provides an analysis and comparison of visitors to Park County, Wyoming in 2016 compared to 2005. The survey instruments and methodology were nearly identical in the two data collection years for comparative purposes. While many visitor characteristics and demographics did not appear to change in the 11 year time span, some differences were noted.
Economic Contributions Of The Yellowstone River To Park County, Montana, Jeremy L. Sage
Economic Contributions Of The Yellowstone River To Park County, Montana, Jeremy L. Sage
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On August 19, 2016, Montana’s Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) instituted a temporary emergency closure on a large extent of the Yellowstone River and its tributaries between the northern Yellowstone National Park boundary near Gardiner, MT and Laurel, MT, about 183 miles downriver. The closure applied to all water based recreation uses on the affected rivers and streams. FWP’s actions followed the identification of the presence of an invasive parasite known to cause proliferative kidney disease in mountain whitefish. FWP’s decision to institute the temporary closure was based not only on the observed presence of the parasite, but …
The Montana Expression 2016: Vacation Planning, Norma P. Nickerson
The Montana Expression 2016: Vacation Planning, Norma P. Nickerson
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The Montana Tourism Advisory Council, Office of Tourism and Business Development, and individuals in the tourism industry are interested in learning more about visitor behavior for a Montana vacation, namely their use of Montana airports and their advanced reservations and purchasing. This “snapshot” of Montana residents and visitors highlight these behaviors.
2016 Spartan Race Survey Kit Visitor Study, Megan Tanner Schultz
2016 Spartan Race Survey Kit Visitor Study, Megan Tanner Schultz
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This study was conducted for the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce/Convention and Visitor Bureau to provide insight into the characteristics of attendees of the 2016 Spartan Race. Paper surveys on site were completed by 432 attendees and/or participants of the event. Results show that 49% of respondents were registered participants of the event while 51% were spectators. Residents of Montana made up 47% of the respondents and of those Montana residents, 33% were from Flathead County. Out-of-county respondents spent an average of 3.73 nights away from home. Of those nights, an average of 3.70 nights were in Montana and 1.40 nights …
Big Sky Documentary Film Festival 2016, Megan Tanner Schultz
Big Sky Documentary Film Festival 2016, Megan Tanner Schultz
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This study was conducted for the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival to provide insight into the characteristics of attendees of the 2016 annual festival in Missoula, MT. Paper surveys were completed by 288 attendees at the event and another 146 email surveys were completed by attendees after the event concluded. Results show that 83% of respondents were residents of Montana and of those Montana residents, 88% were from Missoula County. Out-of-county respondents spent an average of 5.25 nights in Missoula and more people spent money on restaurant/bar, hotel/motel/b&b purchases, and retail while visiting the area than any other spending categories. …
Assessing Going-To-The-Sun Road Travelers’ Attitudes, Knowledge, And Perceptions Of Bicycling, Brian Battaglia, Norma P. Nickerson
Assessing Going-To-The-Sun Road Travelers’ Attitudes, Knowledge, And Perceptions Of Bicycling, Brian Battaglia, Norma P. Nickerson
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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.
A Comparison Of Vacationer Spending Segments, Kara Grau, Norma P. Nickerson
A Comparison Of Vacationer Spending Segments, Kara Grau, Norma P. Nickerson
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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.
Montana Winter Fair - 2016, Megan Tanner Schultz
Montana Winter Fair - 2016, Megan Tanner Schultz
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This study was conducted for the Montana Winter Fair to provide insight into the characteristics of attendees to the event that has been celebrating agriculture since 1946. Paper surveys were completed by 233 attendees of the event. Results show that 96% of attendees were residents of Montana and of those 19% came from outside of Fergus County. Visitors from outside of Lewistown spent an average of less than two nights in the city. More people spent money on groceries/snacks, hotel/motel, restaurant/bar, and retail goods while visiting the area than other spending categories. Respondents to the survey reported total spending of …