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On-site communication measures as a tool in outdoor recreation management: a systematic map protocol
Sofie Kjendlie Selvaag1,2, Rose Keller3, Øystein Aas4
1Norwegian Institute for Nature Research (NINA), Høgskoleringen 9, 7034, Trondheim, Norway. sofie.selvaag@nina.no.
Environmental Evidence
|September 18, 2024
Summary
This study maps research on on-site communication strategies used to encourage sustainable behavior in outdoor recreation. It identifies common communication methods and knowledge gaps for conservation efforts in natural areas.
Area of Science:
- Environmental communication
- Conservation behavior
- Outdoor recreation management
Background:
- Effective communication is crucial for balancing outdoor recreation with environmental protection.
- Existing research often focuses on specific case studies, lacking cross-contextual comparisons of communication measures.
- A systematic review is needed to understand the evidence base for on-site communication in promoting sustainable behaviors in natural areas.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically map the literature on on-site communication interventions in outdoor recreation.
- To identify the types of human behaviors targeted by communication measures in nature conservation.
- To reveal knowledge gaps and clusters regarding communication strategies for sustainable recreation.
Main Methods:
- A mapping review of peer-reviewed articles and grey literature in English, focusing on protected areas.
- Inclusion of studies using written, oral, or visual communication to influence behaviors like waste disposal and wildlife interaction, excluding legal restrictions.
- Systematic screening of titles, abstracts, and full texts, followed by metadata extraction and thematic analysis.
Main Results:
- The review will detail the distribution and types of communication measures employed in different behavioral contexts.
- It will highlight frequently used communication strategies and the theoretical frameworks underpinning them.
- Findings will identify research gaps and clusters in the field of environmental communication for sustainable recreation.
Conclusions:
- This review provides a comprehensive overview of the current evidence base for on-site communication in outdoor recreation.
- It will support practitioners and researchers in designing and implementing effective communication strategies for conservation.
- The findings aim to enhance the understanding and application of communication for promoting sustainable tourism and protecting natural environments.
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