Routledge Outdoor Recreation Management - Routledge Advances Tourism

Outdoor Recreation Management explores the critical intersection of leisure, recreation, and tourism within modern society, offering comprehensive analysis of how outdoor spaces and activities are managed effectively. This book clarifies essential links between leisure, recreation, tourism and resource management whilst reviewing contemporary outdoor recreation management concepts with a critical eye. It examines diverse approaches to outdoor recreation planning and management across varied recreational settings, from natural landscapes to urban parks. The work also addresses the future direction of outdoor recreation, considering how economic, social, political and technological developments will shape the sector. Essential reading for professionals in tourism management, environmental planning, and recreation services seeking to understand both practical management strategies and the broader societal role of outdoor recreation.