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Factors Affecting Stakeholders' Willingness to Pay to Prevent the Spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species
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Blaine, Thomas W.; Lichtkoppler, Frank R. – Journal of Extension, 2016
Physical separation of the Great Lakes and Mississippi River basins has been identified as the most effective method for preventing the transfer of aquatic nuisance species, particularly Asian carp, from the Mississippi River Basin to the Great Lakes. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers selected Extension to conduct a study of a key stakeholder…
Descriptors: Animals, Prevention, Influences, Stakeholders
Using Research and Planning To Develop Community Outreach: A Case Study in Helping Clientele Cope with Stress.
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Blaine, Thomas W.; Freppon, LuAnn; Konen, Joseph – Journal of Extension, 2003
Extension educators and local agencies surveyed 500 local residents (144 responses) to identify sources of stress. Five variables were significantly associated with stress levels: financial problems, job stress, too little time, major life changes in the past year, and being a woman. A Vision to Action outreach program was designed to help…
Descriptors: Community Surveys, Educational Planning, Extension Education, Outreach Programs
A Research Based Approach to the Development of Educational Programs for Extension Clientele: A Case Study on Land Use Issues in Ohio.
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Hudkins, Stephen; Blaine, Thomas W. – Journal of Extension, 1999
Responses from 649 Portage County (Ohio) residents showed that 90% believed county agriculture should be preserved; most felt agriculture was a major economic contributor and the county's rural character was important; 60% disagreed that free market economics should determine land use; tax breaks for farmers were supported. Only 45% thought…
Descriptors: Agriculture, Case Studies, Extension Education, Land Use
Farm Growth Next to A Large City: Opportunities for Extension Education.
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James, Randall E.; James, Barbara H.; Blaine, Thomas W. – Journal of Extension, 2000
Focus groups of 147 farmers in Geauga County, Ohio, determined that the number of farms declined overall, although townships closer to Cleveland gained farms, including those with the most residential development and highest market value of farmland. Farmers in more rural areas identified urbanization problems; farmers in more urban areas…
Descriptors: Extension Education, Land Use, Rural Areas, Rural Development
Public Issues Education: Exploring Extension's Role.
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Patton, David B.; Blaine, Thomas W. – Journal of Extension, 2001
Provides a conceptual framework that identifies three types of public issues and potential roles for public officials, the general public, and Extension professionals in dealing with them. Concludes with some specific advice for Extension educators involved with programming that addresses controversial topics when serving as content or process…
Descriptors: Citizenship Responsibility, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Extension Education, Government Role
An Examination of Rural Recycling Drop-Off Participation.
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Blaine, Thomas W.; Mascarella, Kimberly D.; Davis, DeAnna N. – Journal of Extension, 2001
A door-to-door rural community survey in seven townships found that 52% had used the recycling facility; of nonusers, 33% knew about it. Older respondents in large households in more remote sections of the community are more likely to use the drop-off centers than others. Those participants who show more satisfaction with the convenience and…
Descriptors: Adults, Community Involvement, Participation, Predictor Variables