Social Science
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In 1964, Congress passed a law that established the National Wilderness Preservation System (NWPS). This law identified areas of Federal…
Can You Hear Me Now? Using the Telephone to Discover People’s Opinions About Wilderness
In 1964, Congress passed a law that established the National Wilderness Preservation System (NWPS). This law identified areas of Federal land to be protected as much as possible from human... -
In this study, the scientists wanted to identify the most important elements of an experience in Gates of the Arctic…
It’s Elemental, My Dear! What Makes an Experience Different at Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve?
In this study, the scientists wanted to identify the most important elements of an experience in Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve. -
People visit parks to do many different activities, such as play basketball, baseball, sunbathe, swim, walk, picnic, or go bicycling.…
Social Groupies: How Different Groups Use Urban Parks
People visit parks to do many different activities, such as play basketball, baseball, sunbathe, swim, walk, picnic, or go bicycling. If park managers know what people like to do in... -
The scientists in this study were interested in knowing whether the benefits provided by trees are valued by people buying…
Yard Sale! How Trees Affect the Selling Price of Houses
The scientists in this study were interested in knowing whether the benefits provided by trees are valued by people buying a new house. They also wanted to know how much... -
One job of wilderness managers is to teach people how to behave when they visit a wilderness area. One of…
What Is the Impact of the Impact Monster? Evaluating Environmental Education Programs (Spanish)
One job of wilderness managers is to teach people how to behave when they visit a wilderness area. One of the ways students learn about how to behave when they... -
One job of wilderness managers is to teach people how to behave when they visit a wilderness area. One of…
What Is the Impact of the Impact Monster? Evaluating Environmental Education Programs
One job of wilderness managers is to teach people how to behave when they visit a wilderness area. One of the ways students learn about how to behave when they... -
Do you know anyone who has gone snow skiing or snowboarding in the past year? Over the past 30 years,…
Slip Sliding Away: Who Goes Skiing and Snowboarding in America? (Spanish)
Do you know anyone who has gone snow skiing or snowboarding in the past year? Over the past 30 years, outdoor activities like skiing have been growing in popularity, with... -
Do you know anyone who has gone snow skiing or snowboarding in the past year? Over the past 30 years,…
Slip Sliding Away: Who Goes Skiing and Snowboarding in America?
Do you know anyone who has gone snow skiing or snowboarding in the past year? Over the past 30 years, outdoor activities like skiing have been growing in popularity, with... -
National forests, parks, and other wildland areas are provided by state and federal governments for the use and enjoyment of all Americans.…
Lions and Tigers and Bears–Oh My! Understanding Wildland Visitation (Spanish)
National forests, parks, and other wildland areas are provided by state and federal governments for the use and enjoyment of all Americans. Not all people, however, use these areas for outdoor recreation. When... -
People have many different kinds of values. They might value their family, home, and country, as well as their favorite t-shirt or…
Whitewater Rafting Measures Up! The Value of Guided Rafting on Southern Rivers (Spanish)
People have many different kinds of values. They might value their family, home, and country, as well as their favorite t-shirt or place to play. Many kinds of activities are done outside, such...