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?