Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Outdoor Adventure Instructors' Perceptions of Nature and Their Work: A Phenomenological Study |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Huynh, Tuyen, Torquati, Julia C. |
| Source: |
Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning. 2019 19(3):269-282. |
| Availability: |
Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
14 |
| Publication Date: |
2019 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles
Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: |
Outdoor Education, Teacher Attitudes, Physical Environment, Early Experience, Life Style, Self Concept, Mental Health, Well Being, Therapy, Reflection, Ecology, Recreational Activities, Interpersonal Relationship |
| Geographic Terms: |
Nebraska |
| DOI: |
10.1080/14729679.2018.1531041 |
| ISSN: |
1472-9679 |
| Abstract: |
This phenomenological study explored outdoor recreation instructors' subjective experiences of the natural world. Participants (N = 21) from two outdoor adventure centres participated in semi-structured interviews about their experiences and perceptions of nature. Thematic analysis revealed eight central themes: (1) "Childhood Experiences with Nature"; (2) "Personal Connection with Nature"; (3) "Solitude and Connection with Others"; (4) "Nature as Part of Their Lifestyle"; (5) "Accessibility to Nature"; (6) "Awareness of Self, Behaviours and Values"; (7) "Personal Impacts on Others' Values of Nature," with two sub-themes "Rewards of the Job" and "Goals of the Job"; and (8) "Had Another Career Idea." Participants recognized the health-related benefits of nature exposure and enjoyed mediating others' relationships with nature through their work. Outdoor adventure instructors play a crucial role as conduits to facilitating others' relationships with nature and associated physical and mental health benefits. |
| Abstractor: |
As Provided |
| Entry Date: |
2019 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ1218496 |
| Database: |
ERIC |
