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Vacation Planning And Route Choice, Christine Oschell
Vacation Planning And Route Choice, Christine Oschell
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of this study was to understand the time frame in which decisions are made for vacations and more specifically decisions about driving routes during vacations in Montana. This study examines what factors affect travel route decisions and what specific information sources influence them.
The Beartooth Highway: 2012-2013 Economic Impacts, Use, And Destination Image, Jake Jorgenson, Norma P. Nickerson, Kara Grau
The Beartooth Highway: 2012-2013 Economic Impacts, Use, And Destination Image, Jake Jorgenson, Norma P. Nickerson, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of this study was to assess the economic impacts and visitor use of the Beartooth Highway. Data was collected from visitors during the 2012 summer and 2012-2013 winter seasons. In total, over 4,000 summer visitors and 1,600 winter visitors were intercepted during the study. This report is a compilation of three separate studies conducted along the Beartooth Highway with a summary and researcher observations in the introductory pages.
Gardiner, Mt - A Community Tourism Development Case Study: Resident Perceptions, Norma P. Nickerson, Meredith S. Berry
Gardiner, Mt - A Community Tourism Development Case Study: Resident Perceptions, Norma P. Nickerson, Meredith S. Berry
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of this study was to assess quality of life and image perceptions of Gardiner by residents, as well as their support/attachment to their community. A door-to-door survey was administered in June, 2013. The survey was completed by 209 Gardiner residents for a 60% response rate. The positive image held by Gardiner residents is a community that is friendly, supportive, and has a unique and rich heritage. On the negative side, the community is one with roads that are not well maintained, has little parking available, and has a lack of retail shopping opportunities. Residents were asked to identify …
Dragon Boat Festival Visitor Study: 2013, Christine Oschell
Dragon Boat Festival Visitor Study: 2013, Christine Oschell
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of this study was to provide the organizers of the Montana Dragon Boat Festival with an understanding of their attendees and the total money spent by those surveyed in the area (Kalispell, Columbia Falls, Whitefish, Bigfork, and Polson). The population of interest was participants and attendees of the 2013 Montana Dragon Boat Festival.
Montana Folk Festival Visitor Study: 2013, Christine Oschell
Montana Folk Festival Visitor Study: 2013, Christine Oschell
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of this study was to provide the organizers of the Montana Folk Festival with an understanding of their attendees and the total money spent by those surveyed in Butte.
Nonresident Values Of Montana's Natural Areas, Megan Tanner, Norma Nickerson, Elizabeth Covelli
Nonresident Values Of Montana's Natural Areas, Megan Tanner, Norma Nickerson, Elizabeth Covelli
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
Three quarters of nonresident vacationers to Montana are primarily attracted to characteristics of public lands such as national parks, mountains, forests, and open space. Viewing and recreating on Montana's public lands are vitally important to the success of the travel industry in the state. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to assess public land values held by nonresident visitors to Montana and to compare values between groups of outdoor recreation participants.
Missoula Marathon Participant Study: 2013, Christine Oschell
Missoula Marathon Participant Study: 2013, Christine Oschell
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of this study was to provide organizers of the Missoula Marathon with an understanding of their 2013 race participants and the money they and their travel group spent in Missoula.
Trail Rail Run: 2013, Christine Oschell
Trail Rail Run: 2013, Christine Oschell
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of this study was to provide the organizers of the inaugural Trail Rail Run with an understanding of their race participants and the money they spent in the local community of St. Regis. The Trail Rail Run course utilized old railroad grades from both the Northern Pacific Railroad and the Milwaukee Railroad.
Visitor Comments About Montana: 2012 Nonresident Survey, Norma Nickerson, Ashley Napier, Doris Cooley
Visitor Comments About Montana: 2012 Nonresident Survey, Norma Nickerson, Ashley Napier, Doris Cooley
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report provdes an analysis of comments written by nonresident visitors to Montana in 2012. Eight general themes emerged from the comments. Nonresident visitors generally love Montana. Their experiences were positive, they enjoyed the scenery, open space, the friendly people, and they want to return. Full listing of all comments are provided in the appendix.
Spartan Race Visitor Study: 2013, Christine Oschell
Spartan Race Visitor Study: 2013, Christine Oschell
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The purpose of this study was to provide the organizers of the Spartan Race with an understanding of their attendees and the total money spent by those surveyed in the area (Kalispell and Whitefish). The population of interest was participants and attendees of the 2013 Spartan Race.
Expenditure Comparison Of Overseas, Canadian, And Domestic Nonresident Travelers To Montana: 2012, Kara Grau
Expenditure Comparison Of Overseas, Canadian, And Domestic Nonresident Travelers To Montana: 2012, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report gives a comparison of overseas, Canadian and domestic visitation and spending during 2012. It includes total expenditures and average daily spending in different spending categories.
Economic Contribution Of Nonresident Travel Spending In Montana Travel Regions And Counties , Kara Grau
Economic Contribution Of Nonresident Travel Spending In Montana Travel Regions And Counties , Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
Nonresident spending is a significant contributor to Montana's economy. Money spent by those traveling to and through the state has an effect not only on the businesses where spending occurs, but it ripples throughout Montana's economy, both locally and regionally. Economic impact analysis allows us to observe the direct and indirect effects of the money spent by nonresident travelers in terms of the economic activity supported by this spending, and the number of jobs and labor income attributable to this spending, as well. This report is comprised of a collection of economic impact analyses for each of Montana's six travel …
Economic Contribution Of Nonresident Travel Spending In Montana Travel Regions And Counties, Kara Grau
Economic Contribution Of Nonresident Travel Spending In Montana Travel Regions And Counties, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report displays the economic contributions of nonresident visitors to Montana during 2012. It is comprised of economic analyses for six Montana travel regions, as well as 15 of the 56 counties in the state.
Ski Joring Races: 2013, Christine Oschell
Ski Joring Races: 2013, Christine Oschell
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of this study was to provide the organizers of the Whitefish Ski Joring Races with an understanding of their attendees and the total money spent in the area by those surveyed (Kalispell or Whitefish). The population of interest was participants and attendees of the 2013 Montana Ski Joring Races. Surveys were completed on-site.
Montana Nonresident Traveler Quarterly Travel Comparison: 2012, Kara Grau
Montana Nonresident Traveler Quarterly Travel Comparison: 2012, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report shows the 2012 quarterly visitation and length of stay data for nonresident travelers to Montana. It also displays average daily spending for various expenditure categories, as well as total expenditures for those categories.
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Trends: 2002-2012, Kara Grau
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Trends: 2002-2012, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report shows the nonresident traveler expenditure trends for visitors of Montana from 2002-2012. It also displays the total actual expenditures and the total inflation-adjusted expenditures.
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 3, 2012, Kara Grau
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 3, 2012, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report examines spending profiles of nonresident travelers to Montana. It displays the average daily expenditures by purpose of trip for different spending categories during the third quarter of 2012.
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 1, 2012, Kara Grau
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 1, 2012, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report examines spending profiles of nonresident travelers to Montana. It displays the average daily expenditures by purpose of trip for different spending categories during the first quarter of 2012.
The Stage Stop Inn: A Case Study On The Impact Of Small Hotels On Communities, Christine Oschell
The Stage Stop Inn: A Case Study On The Impact Of Small Hotels On Communities, Christine Oschell
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of this study was to understand more about the impact of the Stage Stop Inn on the community of Choteau. Specifically, the objectives were to learn more about the characteristics of overnight guests to the Stage Stop Inn, to determine reasons why people chose to stay at the Stage Stop Inn, and to determine the spending patterns of overnight guests to the Stage Stop Inn in the community of Choteau.
Montana Nonresident Visitation Trends: 2002-2012, Kara Grau
Montana Nonresident Visitation Trends: 2002-2012, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report displays the total number of individual nonresidents visiting Montana from 2002-2012. It also shows the total number of groups visiting Montana during the same time period.
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: 2012, Kara Grau
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: 2012, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report examines spending profiles of nonresident travelers to Montana. It displays the average daily expenditures by purpose of trip for different spending categories during 2012.
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 4, 2012, Kara Grau
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 4, 2012, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report examines spending profiles of nonresident travelers to Montana. It displays the average daily expenditures by purpose of trip for different spending categories during the fourth quarter of 2012.
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 2, 2012, Kara Grau
Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 2, 2012, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This report examines spending profiles of nonresident travelers to Montana. It displays the average daily expenditures by purpose of trip for different spending categories during the second quarter of 2012.
Mt Scorp: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System: Outdoor Recreation And Resident Health, Alex L. Metcalf, Elizabeth Covelli Metcalf, Norma P. Nickerson
Mt Scorp: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System: Outdoor Recreation And Resident Health, Alex L. Metcalf, Elizabeth Covelli Metcalf, Norma P. Nickerson
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) provides state-based data on health and risk behaviors among adults. Several supplemental outdoor recreation related questions were included in the 2011 questionnaire to assist with the State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan process and are analyzed in this report.
Mt Scorp: Resident Travel For Outdoor Recreation In Montana, Norma P. Nickerson, Elizabeth Covelli Metcalf
Mt Scorp: Resident Travel For Outdoor Recreation In Montana, Norma P. Nickerson, Elizabeth Covelli Metcalf
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of this analysis was to understand the resident travel patterns of Montanans who participate in outdoor recreation. This was a secondary data analysis from data collected by the Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research (ITRR) from their most recent resident travel study conducted in 2011-2012 for one year.
Mt Scorp: Facility And Natural Resource Recreation Area Needs: Facility Manager Responses 2012, Elizabeth Covelli Metcalf, Norma P. Nickerson
Mt Scorp: Facility And Natural Resource Recreation Area Needs: Facility Manager Responses 2012, Elizabeth Covelli Metcalf, Norma P. Nickerson
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
A survey of local, state, federal, school and tribal mangers were surveyed to understand the quantity and quality of outdoor recreation facilities and area needs. This study was conducted for use in the State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan process.
The Sacajawea Hotel: A Case Study On The Impact Of Small Hotels On Communities, Christine Oschell
The Sacajawea Hotel: A Case Study On The Impact Of Small Hotels On Communities, Christine Oschell
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
This study was conducted to understand more about the impact of small town hotels on a community through a case study approach. Specifically, the objectives of this study were to learn more about the characteristics of overnight guests to the Sacajawea Hotel, to determine reasons why people chose to stay at the Sacajawea Hotel, and to determine the spending patterns of overnight guests to the Sacajawea in the community of Three Forks, Montana.
Mt Scorp: Public Recreational Use Study 2012, Norma P. Nickerson, Elizabeth Covelli Metcalf
Mt Scorp: Public Recreational Use Study 2012, Norma P. Nickerson, Elizabeth Covelli Metcalf
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The purpose of the Public Recreational Use Survey was to understand the current outdoor recreation facility uses by Montana residents.
The Economic Contribution Of Summer Season Travel In The Beartooth Highway Region - Nonresident Expenditures, Jake Jorgenson, Kara Grau
The Economic Contribution Of Summer Season Travel In The Beartooth Highway Region - Nonresident Expenditures, Jake Jorgenson, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
IMPLAN economic modeling software was used to determine the economic contribution to the Beartooth Highway Region of spending along the highway by those who reside outside the region.
The Beartooth Highway: 2012 Summer Use And Image, Jake Jorgenson, Norma P. Nickerson, Kara Grau
The Beartooth Highway: 2012 Summer Use And Image, Jake Jorgenson, Norma P. Nickerson, Kara Grau
Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research Publications
The Beartooth Highway is a 68-mile travel corridor that reaches nearly 11,000 feet in elevation with sweeping vistas of snow-covered ridges, high plateau views, lakes and trails. A 54-mile segment of the road is designated as the Beartooth All-American Road, one of only 31 All-American Roads highlighted as the most scenic byways in the United States. No visitor research had been conducted on the Beartooth Highway, therefore, the overall purpose of this report was to investigate traveler characteristics on the Beartooth highway including demographics, residency, activities, image, and travel patterns in the region with the gateway communities of Red Lodge …