Benefits of Outdoor Recreation in Urban Spaces
A research article on the impact of outdoor recreation on emotional well-being and psychological resilience.
Organization
Journal of Outdoor Recreation and Tourism
Publication Date
2015
Location
National or Global
Topic
Health
Participation
Activity
Bicycling
Birding/Wildlife viewing
Camping
Climbing
Equestrian
Fishing
Hiking/Running
Hunting
Motorized sports (boat, snowmobile, ATV, etc.)
Paddling
Winter sports (downhill, Nordic, tube, snowshoe, snowmobile)
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