The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness: Examining Changes in Use, Users, and Management Challenges - Softcover

Dvorak, Robert G.; Watson, Alan E.; Christensen, Neal; Borrie, William T.; Schwaller, Ann

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1480132799 ISBN 13: 9781480132795

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2012

Synopsis

The purpose of this study was to determine trends in use and user characteristics at the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Based on data from 1969, 1991, and 2007, the average age of visitors has increased significantly, education levels have increased, and visitors remain predominantly male. Visitors in 2007 report seeing twice as many groups since 1961 and 1991, but the number of encounters are not exceeding expectations. Findings emerged related to gender ratios and evaluating resource conditions. These findings may need further investigation and future management action to provide opportunities for meaningful wilderness experiences while protecting wilderness character.

About this edition

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1480132799
• ISBN 13: 9781480132795
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 52