Parks, Recreation and Tourism: Outdoor Recreation Planning (A)

About PRT 4350 A

Planning large land areas for outdoor recreation use. Emphasis on the planning process relative to the leisure time use of natural resources. Prerequisites: Junior standing; Parks, Recreation and Tourism major or minor.

Notes

PRT majors or minors only; SMGT minors by permission; Junior or Senior status; Instructor will provide details about course meetings Open to Degree and PACE students.

Section Description

Outdoor Recreation Planning focuses on the planning principles and practices used to manage recreation resources on public and private lands. We’ll traverse the gradient from local- to national-level planning for recreation, focusing on wildland and frontcountry settings, developed and dispersed recreation sites…and everything in between. We’ll survey the frameworks, tools, and approaches that outdoor recreation planners use to promote equitable access to recreation sources while stewarding ecosystems. By the end of the semester, you’ll be able to:
1. explain how outdoor recreation planning has evolved in the last century
2. understand different planning approaches used by federal, state, and local entities that manage recreation
3. access tools and data to describe visitation patterns
4. analyze the supply of recreation resources in a planning area
5. understand how recreation planning integrates with other planning activities
6. critically analyze a range of social, ecological, economic, and human health issues relevant to recreation planning

Section Expectation

One class assignment will require independent visits to local parks to assess recreation use patterns.

Evaluation

Your final grade in Outdoor Recreation Planning will be based on:
-Assignments
-2 exams
-Class participation

Important Dates

Courses may be cancelled due to low enrollment. Show your interest by enrolling.

Resources

• Parking
• PACE Course Pricing
• Textbooks