{"product_id":"outdoor-recreation-in-america-6th-edition-epub","title":"Outdoor Recreation in America 6th Edition epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOutdoor Recreation in America\u003c\/i\u003e is back—fully revised and updated, with significant new material based on current statistics from a number of sources, including the latest U.S. Census Bureau and the latest National Survey on the Environment. Now in its sixth edition, this book continues to lead the way in its comprehensive coverage of issues in this growing field. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst published in 1970, \u003ci\u003eOutdoor Recreation in America\u003c\/i\u003e has had a major impact in the classroom and in the field's scholarly and professional literature. Author Clayne R. Jensen is a noted authority and pioneer in the field, and in this latest edition he is joined by Steven P. Guthrie. Dr. Guthrie is a founder and past president of the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education and a member of the editorial committee for the \u003ci\u003eJournal of Experiential Education\u003c\/i\u003e. Together the authors take this classic text into the new century by\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-enabling readers to understand the value and challenges of preserving and properly using existing resources for present and future generations;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-providing a balanced perspective between the outdoor recreation interests of individuals and the management of natural resources used for recreational purposes; and \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-presenting timely information and discussion questions to challenge students about American outdoor recreation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following are significant additions to this edition: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-New data and figures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Greater emphasis on outdoor recreation leadership\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Discussions of funding sources for natural resource protection and parks \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Expanded chapters on wilderness, the national park system, national forests, and education for outdoor recreation and professional development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-New or greatly revised chapters on concepts and terms, participation, history, the national park system, national forests, other land or water management agencies, state and local involvement, the role of private commercial and nonprofit providers, environmental quality, and concepts and challenges in resource management \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Attention to information and trends for adventure education, programming, and leadership; outdoor environmental education; and interpretation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-New student-friendly features including key points and discussion questions at the end of each chapter to help students grasp key concepts and expand their critical thinking on the issues\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Extensive current references and Web sites that provide additional information and extend the learning for readers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I\u003c\/b\u003e presents the meaning, concepts, history, benefits, and values of outdoor recreation. It also looks at influences and trends in participation and explores the issues and impact that lifestyle trends have on outdoor recreation. \u003cb\u003ePart II\u003c\/b\u003e focuses on natural resources, including land, water, and wildlife, and considers concepts of resource management. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III\u003c\/b\u003e examines the roles of state and federal agencies, including the National Park Service, USDA Forest Service, federal land and water management systems, and numerous state agencies. \u003cb\u003ePart IV\u003c\/b\u003e details the impact of local government and the private and nonprofit sector on outdoor recreation. \u003cb\u003ePart V\u003c\/b\u003e provides a synthesis of the challenges for the 21st century in the area of resources, planning, environmental issues, and the role of outdoor education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOutdoor Recreation in America, Sixth Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential introductory text for university courses in outdoor recreation and natural resource management. Written in a friendly style, the book includes more than 180 photos, maps, charts, graphs, diagrams, and tables. It provides both theoretical foundations and practical information so that students can gain an expansive awareness of, and insight into, the impact and role of outdoor recreation from its beginnings in America to the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUndergraduate text or reference for professors and professionals in outdoor recreation and natural resource management. Reference for park and recreation administrators and employees of government and private resource management agencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart I. The Basis for Outdoor Recreation\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Outdoor Recreation Meanings and Concepts\u003cbr\u003eDefining Leisure\u003cbr\u003eDefining Recreation \u003cbr\u003eDefining Outdoor Recreation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e History of Anglo-European Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003eAncient History of Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003eDevelopment of Conservation Attitudes and Land Management in the United States\u003cbr\u003eLand Preservation Gains Focus: Mid-1800s\u003cbr\u003eBeginning of Conservation and Management as National Policy: 1890s to Early 1900s\u003cbr\u003eOutdoor Recreation and Environmental Protection Flourish: 1960 to 1980\u003cbr\u003eLater 20th Century: The Move to Privatization and Commercialization\u003cbr\u003eStart of the 21st Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Benefits and Values of Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003eBenefits of Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003eObjectives of Outdoor Recreation Professionals \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Participation in Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003eRecent Participation Trends\u003cbr\u003eAssessment of Trend Predictions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Lifestyle Trends and Influences\u003cbr\u003ePopulation Growth and Demographic Changes\u003cbr\u003eDemographic Groups and Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003eGeographic Factors\u003cbr\u003eIncome\u003cbr\u003eTransportation and Motorized Recreation\u003cbr\u003eTechnology and Media Growth\u003cbr\u003eEducation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart II. Natural Resources\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Natural Resource Base for Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003eLand Resources\u003cbr\u003eWater Resources\u003cbr\u003eWildlife and Plant Resources\u003cbr\u003eHistoric and Cultural Resources\u003cbr\u003eAvailability of Outdoor Recreation Lands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Wilderness and Wildlands\u003cbr\u003eDevelopment of Wilderness Protection\u003cbr\u003eNational Wilderness Preservation System\u003cbr\u003eWilderness Concept Today\u003cbr\u003eWilderness Management\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Resource Management Concepts \u003cbr\u003eConservation, Preservation, and Wise Use\u003cbr\u003eUse Concepts\u003cbr\u003eImpact and Use Concepts\u003cbr\u003eEcosystem Management\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart III. Involvement of State and Federal Agencies\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e National Park Service\u003cbr\u003eOrigin and Development\u003cbr\u003eNational Park Service Today\u003cbr\u003eRecreation Involvement of the National Park Service\u003cbr\u003eNational Parks in Other Countries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e USDA Forest Service\u003cbr\u003eOrigin and Development\u003cbr\u003eThe USDA Forest Service Today\u003cbr\u003eThe National Forest System\u003cbr\u003eRecreation Resources, Facilities, and Programs\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Forest Service Employment and Volunteer Opportunities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Other Federal Land Management Systems\u003cbr\u003eBureau of Land Management\u003cbr\u003eU.S. Fish and Wildlife Service \u003cbr\u003eOther Federal Agencies \u003cbr\u003eSpecial Federal Systems\u003cbr\u003eMiscellaneous Federal Designations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Federal Water Resource Management\u003cbr\u003eArmy Corps of Engineers\u003cbr\u003eBureau of Reclamation\u003cbr\u003eTennessee Valley Authority\u003cbr\u003eNatural Resources Conservation Service\u003cbr\u003eNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration\u003cbr\u003eEnvironmental Protection Agency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e The Roles of State Agencies\u003cbr\u003eHistory and Governing Authority \u003cbr\u003eState Land Management Systems\u003cbr\u003eProtection, Funding, and Acquisition of Lands for State Use \u003cbr\u003eSample State Agency Organizational Systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart IV. Local Governmental and Private Sector Impacts\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Local Government Participation\u003cbr\u003eLegal Authorization \u003cbr\u003eLocal Management Structures \u003cbr\u003ePark Development for Outdoor Recreation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15.\u003c\/b\u003e Economic Factors in Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003eFunding for Federal Programs\u003cbr\u003eFinancing for State and Local Programs, Facilities, and Land\u003cbr\u003eEconomic Concepts \u003cbr\u003eEconomic Impact of Outdoor Recreation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16.\u003c\/b\u003e Commercial Recreation, Private Recreation, and Nonprofit Organizations\u003cbr\u003eCommercial Recreation\u003cbr\u003ePrivate Recreation\u003cbr\u003ePrivate Nonprofit Organizations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePart V. Human Interaction with the Environment\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17.\u003c\/b\u003e Resource Management Challenges\u003cbr\u003eChallenges to Public Land\u003cbr\u003eHuman Issues\u003cbr\u003eEnvironmental Resource Issues\u003cbr\u003ePlanning for Ecological Sustainability and Recreation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18.\u003c\/b\u003e Planning\u003cbr\u003ePrinciples of Planning \u003cbr\u003eNationwide Planning \u003cbr\u003eState Planning\u003cbr\u003eLocal and Regional Planning\u003cbr\u003eSite Planning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19.\u003c\/b\u003e Education for Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003eProfessional Strands for Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003ePreparing for a Career\u003cbr\u003ePreparing Professionals\u003cbr\u003eEthics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20.\u003c\/b\u003e Environmental Quality \u003cbr\u003eEnvironmental Degradation and Protection\u003cbr\u003ePotential Solutions\u003cbr\u003eAre We Progressing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21.\u003c\/b\u003e A Look at the Future\u003cbr\u003eU.S. and World Trends\u003cbr\u003eTrends in Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003eIssues and Needs in Outdoor Recreation Leadership\u003cbr\u003eFuture Leadership Needs\u003cbr\u003eSummary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix A.\u003c\/b\u003e Nonprofit Organizations Involved With Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resource Protection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix B.\u003c\/b\u003e Legislative Acts Affecting Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix C.\u003c\/b\u003e Federal Financial and Technical Assistance Programs for Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix D.\u003c\/b\u003e Federal Agencies Involved with Outdoor Recreation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix E.\u003c\/b\u003e State Outdoor Recreation Offices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlossary\u003cbr\u003eReferences\u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003cbr\u003eAbout the Authors\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClayne R. Jensen, EdD,\u003c\/b\u003e is a pioneer in the field of outdoor recreation. He has contributed more than 30 professional journal articles and authored or coauthored 16 college textbooks, including the classic \u003ci\u003eOutdoor Recreation in America\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Jensen has more than 25 years' experience teaching physical education and recreation management. He has been associate vice president of Brigham Young University (BYU) and the university's athletic director. From 1973 to 1991 he served as dean of the College of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Dance, and Athletics at BYU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Jensen has been an active member of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD). He has long been an avid outdoorsman who partipates in numerous activities and travels extensively to national and international scenic areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDr. Steve P. Guthrie, PhD,\u003c\/b\u003e has been teaching and leading in the outdoors for more than 30 years. He is a an assistant professor at Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania. Previously, he taught in the Outdoor Recreation\/Adventure Education Leadership and Outdoor Recreation Administration programs at Unity College in Maine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Guthrie received his PhD in physical education with emphasis on philosophy, psychology, sociology, and history from the University of Oregon. He is an editorial committee member for the \u003ci\u003eJournal of Experiential Education\u003c\/i\u003e and a longtime member of the Association for Experiential Education (AEE). 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