Motivations of Older Adults To Participate in Outdoor Adventure Experiences.

Sugerman, Deborah

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ERIC Number: EJ637934

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Publication Date: 2001

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Motivations of Older Adults To Participate in Outdoor Adventure Experiences.

Sugerman, Deborah

Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning, v1 n2 p21-33 2001

A survey of 782 older adults participating in "active outdoor" Elderhostel programs found the following important motivations for participating: being in a natural environment, being physically active, learning about outdoor skills and the environment, and being with people with similar interests. Recommendations are offered for program design and content. (Contains 28 references.) (SV)

Descriptors: Adventure Education, Aging (Individuals), Environmental Education, Informal Education, Motivation, Older Adults, Outdoor Activities, Physical Activities

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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