REC 3330 Outdoor Recreation (Fall 2010)
3 Credits
9:30-10:45 Tuesdays, Thursdays
SpHC 9A
Instructor: Dr. Julie (Athman) Ernst
Office: SpHC 126
Office Hours: Tu 11-12, Wed 11-12, Th 12-1 and by appointment
Phone: 726-6761
Email: jernst@d.umn.edu
Course Email: rec3330-1-f2010@d.umn.edu
Course Web URL: www.d.umn.edu/~jernst (then select REC 3330)
Course Description:
This course examines natural resource-based providers of outdoor recreation opportunities. Course content includes the significance of outdoor recreation; the agencies, resources, and programs that provide outdoor recreation and education opportunities; the issues and trends facing outdoor recreation; and the philosophical concepts of public lands, private property rights, access to outdoor recreation, and citizen involvement. While some outdoor recreation management concepts are discussed, this is not a management course, nor is this an outdoor recreation/physical skills course.
Course Goals:
*Learning objectives are provided for each course topic within the schedule below.
1.
Knowledge of fundamental outdoor recreation concepts, including benefits of outdoor recreation from a health/wellness, economic, environmental, and community perspective
2.
Understanding of the federal, state, and municipal providers of natural resource-based outdoor recreation
3.
Awareness of the issues and trends facing the field of outdoor recreation
4.
Familiarity with career opportunities associated with the natural resource-based providers of outdoor recreation and education
5.
Development of information research and communication skills
6.
Awareness of and motivation toward citizen involvement in natural resource-based outdoor recreation
Textbook:
The required text is These American Lands (Zaslowsky and Watkins, 1994). It is available in the UMD bookstore. There will be additional readings provided via email attachments or hand-outs in class.
There is one text one reserve at the UMD Library, American Environmentalism: Readings in
Conservation History, which you will need to access during the course.
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Course Schedule:
Date
9/7
Day Topic
Tu -Course Introduction
Assignment Due
-Definitions/Concepts
-Bagley Nature Area Assignment given
Overview of Outdoor Recreation
Objectives:
1.
Define resource-oriented, intermediate, and user-oriented recreation.
2.
Classify outdoor recreation sites using the ORRRC classification system and the
Recreation Opportunity Spectrum.
3.
Describe health/wellness, environmental, economic, and social benefits of outdoor recreation.
4.
Describe participation trends relating to and factors influencing outdoor recreation.
5.
Explain how demands on natural resources influence the ownership and management of our natural resources and the management of outdoor recreation opportunities.
6.
Summarize the historical development of outdoor recreation in the context of the
9/9 evolution of a land ethic and the natural resource management eras.
7.
Discuss the connections among private property rights, public lands, and access to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Th Bagley Nature Area Assignment Assigned reading
-Meet your small group in classroom (you will be walking to Bagley together); bring materials/dress appropriately for outdoor recreation at Bagley
Bagley assignment due
(5 points)
9/14 Tu Benefits of Outdoor Recreation
-Part 1 of assignment given
-Small group work time (in class)
*bring laptop with wireless if possible
9/16 Th Benefits of Outdoor Recreation (cont.)
-Part 2 of assignment given
-Small group work time (in class)
9/21 Tu Benefits of Outdoor Recreation Class
Presentations
9/23 Th -Current Trends in Outdoor Recreation
-Demographic Correlates
-Participation Studies
-Assignment of Conservation
Visionary/Readings and Info for MN Parks and
Trails session
Benefits presentation due (15 points)
-Assigned readings (be prepared to discuss/work with info in class!)
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9/28
(9 am)
Tu MN Parks and Trails Legacy Planning session
-Class starts at 9:00 today – you’ll be with
Gilbertson’s Operation and Management students; session facilitated by DNR; I’ll be at
NAAEE in NY
9/30 Th Work on Conservation Visionary assignment
(Not meeting in class; Julie at NAAEE in NY)
10/5 Tu Natural Resource Management Eras
Read assigned handouts in prep for participating in this session
10/7 Th Natural Resource Management Eras (cont.)
-Conservation
Visionaries assignment due (10 points)
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10/12 Tu Access to Outdoor Recreation/Public
Land/Private Property Rights – a philosophical look
10/14 Th Guest Lecture by Tom Beery on outdoor recreation/access/private and public property from a Swedish perspective
10/19 Tu Exam 1 (covering class notes, class topics, assigned readings)
-Assigned readings
EXAM 1 (30 pts)
Providers of Natural Resource-Based Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
Objectives:
1.
Compare and contrast outdoor recreation opportunities, visitor/resource management strategies, and career opportunities across the various federal, state, and municipal providers of outdoor recreation.
2.
List local examples of federal, state, and municipal outdoor recreation providers.
*over these next course dates, you will have two assignments, one relating to recreation management issues, and one relating to grassroots efforts; details coming!
10/21 Th Municipal Involvement in Outdoor Recreation:
*Tentative guest speaker: Tom Kasper, City of
10/26
Duluth Park Dept.
Tu City v. County involvement in lands for outdoor recreation
-Visit a Duluth city park to complete City Park
Assignment
*Not meeting in class
10/28 Th State Government Involvement in Outdoor
Recreation: DNR/State Parks
Tentative Guest Speaker, Tettegouche Park
Manager Phil Leversedge
11/2 Tu State Government Involvement in Outdoor
Recreation: DNR/State Parks
Tentative Guest Speaker, Tettegouche Park
Manager Phil Leversedge
-City Park Visit
Assignment due (10 pts)
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11/4
11/9
11/11
Th
Tu
Th
National Park Service
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US Forest Service
Read Ch. 1
Quiz (5 pts)
Read Ch. 2
Quiz (5 pts)
11/16 Tu Tentative Guest Speaker from Superior
National Forest, Duane Lula
11/18 Th Bureau of Land Management Read Ch. 3
Quiz (5 pts)
11/23 Tu “
11/25 Th Thanksgiving – no class
11/30 Tu USFWS National Wildlife Refuge System
12/2 Th “
12/7 Tu National Wilderness Preservation System
12/9 Th Exam 2 (covering readings, class topics, guest speakers, class notes)
Read Ch. 4
Quiz (5 pts)
Read Ch. 5
Quiz (5 pts)
EXAM 2 (30 points)
Citizen Involvement in Natural Resource Management/Management of Outdoor
Recreation Opportunities
Objective:
1.
Awareness of avenues for grassroots/citizen involvement in natural resource-based outdoor recreation and how grassroots efforts have shaped the local outdoor recreation landscape in Duluth
12/14 Tu Grassroots/Citizen involvement
Tentative Guest Speaker
12/16 Th Grassroots/Citizen involvement
Tentative Guest Speaker
Finals Tu Final Reflection Paper Due Final Reflection Paper due (20 points)
Expectations:
1.
Attendance is required for this course. Three unexcused absences results in the drop of one full grade. This means if you have two unexcused absences, you are O.K.; but, if you have three unexcused absences and had been earning an A, you will receive a B for your final grade. If you miss six times, you would receive a C instead of an A. (Excused absences include pre-approved, sanctioned University functions or pre-approved, professional related events, severe illnesses with a doctor/hospital note, or other absences approved in advance by the instructor.) For all unexcused absences, It is your responsibility to contact another student for the material covered and/or assignments given in class when absent. For unexcused absences, you do not get to make up the in-class assignments or quizzes.
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Students with perfect attendance (no unexcused OR excused absences) will receive 5 extra credit points toward your final grade.
2.
Be prepared for class. Have your readings completed before you come to class. LATE assignments lose half points.
3.
Actively participate in class. By actively participating, you will get the most out of this course and help others learn from your experiences.
4.
Respect the formal learning environment. This includes arriving and leaving on time, being open to the opinions and ideas of others, and professional presentation of assignments.
This also includes abiding by the University’s academic integrity and student conduct policies: Academic dishonesty is regarded as a serious offense; this course will adhere to
UMD’s Student Academic Integrity Policy ( www.d.umn.edu/assl/conduct/integrity ).
Students are expected to follow the University’s Student Conduct Code
( www.d.umn.edu/assl/conduct/code ). Disruptive behavior (including inappropriate use of technology in the classroom) that substantially or repeatedly interrupts either my ability to teach or student learning is prohibited.
5.
Ask for assistance. We each have different learning needs and preferences; if something is unclear or if you need alternative opportunities to learn the course topics, please ask! It is the policy and practice of the University of Minnesota Duluth to create inclusive learning environments for all students, including students with disabilities. If there are aspects of this course that result in barriers to your inclusion or your ability to meet course requirements – such as time limited exams, inaccessible web content, or the use of noncaptioned videos – please notify the instructor as soon as possible. You are also encouraged to contact the Office of Disability Resources to discuss and arrange reasonable accommodations. Please call 218-726-6130 or visit the DR website at www.d.umn.edu/access for more information.
6.
While field experiences are an essential component to our outdoor education program and this course, we must acknowledge the inherent risk of field program participation.
Leaving campus presents risk management concerns including transportation and field site based dangers. In order to avoid problems and strengthen our risk management awareness, it is each student’s responsibility to consider personal and group safety while in the field and to act in a safe and responsible manner. Any questions, concerns, specific medical information, etc. should be directed to the instructor as a part of a shared effort to ensure a safe and optimal learning environment.
Final Grades will be awarded as follows:
A 93-100%
A- 90-92%
B+ 87-89%
B 83-86%
B- 80-82%
C 73-76%
C- 70-72%
D+ 67-69%
D 60-66%
F 0-59%
C+ 77-79%
*3 unexcused absences result in a full grade drop
*Perfect attendance earns 5 extra points
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Assignments:
*Descriptions of the following assignments, along with scoring rubrics when relevant, will be given in class and posted on the course website.
*Late assignments (turned in after the due date/time) lose half of the total points.
*Assignments need to be turned in using the format requested for that assignment or they will be returned to the student; for example, if you are to turn in a hard copy of the paper, the paper needs to be printed and brought to class, not emailed.
*Assignment grades will be posted on eGradebook (see link from course website).
5 points
15 points
10 points
10 points
25 points
10 points
10 points
30 points
30 points
20 points
Bagley Assignment
Benefits of Outdoor Recreation Presentation
Conservation Visionaries Presentation
City Parks Visit Assignment
Readings Quizzes (5 at 5 pts each)
Outdoor recreation issue
Citizen/grassroots involvement
Exam 1
Exam 2
Final Reflection Paper
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