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Summary of Research
The goal of this research is to assess the levels
of commitment and 'enduring involvement' in a number of key outdoor recreational
activities (mountaineering/climbing, tramping, hunting
and fishing), and assesses their importance of a range of personal, social and social
and environmental influences upon commitment and enduring involvement.
This research will be the first comprehensive study
of ongoing commitment/involvement in outdoor recreation in New Zealand. It will
provide data that will contribute to the development of effective retention strategies
by outdoor recreation providers. More strongly committed or ‘involved’ recreationists play a significant role in achieving recreational NGO and club goals, including
revenue generation, networking, community, and developing a positive reputation
for the recreational activity. At the individual level, greater commitment/involvement
leads to benefits accruing in terms of personal health and fitness, leadership and
outdoor skills development.
For more information please contact Brent:
brent.lovelock@otago.ac.nz
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