Title: Research the evolution and significance of recreation and leisure activities.
Course: Outdoor Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Systems Management (18549) > Section: Promoting Leisure and Recreation Enterprises

Research could include

- the importance of protected areas (e.g., parks, forests, wilderness areas, wildlife refuges, nature preserves, historical sites)
- the evolution of the use of protected areas for activities such as
  - camping
  - hiking
  - caving
  - climbing
  - equestrian activities
  - hunting
  - fishing
  - archery
  - non-motorized boating
  - cycling
  - nature study/observation
  - historical and cultural study/interpretation
  - motorized activities (e.g., boating, all-terrain vehicles [ATVs], motorcycles, side-by-sides)
  - art activities (e.g., photography)
  - summer camps and outdoor education
- the role of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and the Works Progress Administration (WPA)
- social and political consequences of changes in land use
- how technology has changed outdoor experiences (e.g., global positioning system [GPS], virtual reality [VR], augmented reality [AR], and other equipment advancements).

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to keep traditional activities alive in cultures around the world?
- What activities could preserve the cultural heritage in the local area?
- What are effective educational strategies for communicating the history and impact of recreation and leisure activities?
- What role has technology played in the evolution of recreation and leisure?

- How has the evolution of recreation and leisure activities affected the economy? The environment?
- How was land for Shenandoah National Park or the Blue Ridge Parkway acquired?
- What is eminent domain?