Creating Positive Change Through an Integrated Outdoor Adventure Program
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Stuart J. Schleien, Professor & Chair (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: This paper reports on the efficacy oran integrated outdoor adventure program in creating
positive change for people with and without disabilities. Utilizing a variety of measurements,
this longitudinal study (21/2 years) found increases in relationship development, canoeing
skills, and several quality of life indicators as a result of participation in a wilderness canoe
adventure program. The study also found a maintenance of high positive attitudes toward
persons with disabilities over the 21/2 year study period.
Creating Positive Change Through an Integrated Outdoor Adventure Program
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Therapeutic Recreation Journal, 31(4), 214-229.
- Language: English
- Date: 1997
- Keywords
- Integrated Outdoor Adventure, Skill Development, Attitudes, Relationship
Development, Lifestyle Changes, Wilderness