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Awareness and Application of Minimum Impact Practices among Rock Climbers in the Red River Gorge, Kentucky

Authors: Clark, Brian G. Maples, James N. Sharp, Ryan L.

Source: Journal of Outdoor and Environmental Education. Mar 2020 23(1):73-86.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 14

Descriptors: Outdoor Education, Physical Activities, Recreational Activities, Knowledge Level, Land Use, Income, Environmental Education

Geographic Terms: Kentucky

Factors Influencing Knowledge and Self-Reported Application of Leave No Trace Principles amongst Rock Climbers in Kentucky's Red River Gorge

Authors: Sharp, Ryan L. Maples, James N. Gerlaugh, Katherine

Source: Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning. 2020 20(1):1-14.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 14

Descriptors: Recreational Activities, Knowledge Level, Natural Resources, Conservation (Environment), Ethics, Ecology, Social Environment, Physical Environment, Behavior Standards, Pollution, Parks, Individual Characteristics, Attitudes, Income

Geographic Terms: Kentucky

Utilization of GPS Data Loggers and GIS Analysis for the Evaluation of Interpretive Signage to Influence Visitor Travel Patterns and Enhance Wayfinding in Parks and Protected Areas.

Authors: Cochran, Amy Sharp, Ryan L. Peterson, Brian et al.

Source: Journal of Interpretation Research. Nov2023, Vol. 28 Issue 2, p166-185. 20p.

Subject Terms: *Time management, Data loggers, Protected areas, Geographic information systems, Signage, Wayfinding, Travel hygiene

Norm Stability: Visitors' Perceptions of Crowding at Cumberland Island National Seashore.

Authors: Nettles, John M. Brownlee, Matthew T. J. Sharp, Ryan L. et al.

Source: Leisure Sciences. 2023, Vol. 45 Issue 6, p559-576. 18p. 1 Color Photograph, 4 Diagrams, 1 Chart, 1 Map.

Subjects: Seashore, Tourist attractions, Islands, Protected areas, Stability theory, Toleration, Crowds, Peer acceptance

Moral Foundations, Welcomeness and Belonging, and Visitation to Manassas National Battlefield Park: The Necessity of Nuance for Understanding Interpretive Preferences.

Authors: Henry, Cait M. Sharp, Ryan L.

Source: Leisure Sciences. Aug2025, p1-20. 20p. 2 Illustrations.

Perceived Benefits of Service Learning: A Comparison of Collegiate Recreation Concentrations

Authors: Fisher, Eden E. Sharp, Ryan L. Bradley, Michael J.

Source: Journal of Experiential Education. Jun 2017 40(2):187-201.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 15

Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Service Learning, Therapeutic Recreation, Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students, Student Surveys, Recreational Activities, Recreational Programs, Outcomes of Education, College Environment, Online Surveys, Statistical Analysis

Geographic Terms: Georgia

A Methodological Evaluation of an Environmental Education Survey: Is There a Technological Advantage

Authors: Sharp, Ryan L. Bradley, Michael J. Maples, James N.

Source: Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership. 2017 9(3):275-279.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 5

Descriptors: Environmental Education, Middle School Students, Grade 7, Student Surveys, Handheld Devices, Outdoor Education, Technology Uses in Education, Statistical Analysis

Geographic Terms: Kentucky

The Impact of On-Site Educational Outreach on Recreational Users' Perceptions of Aquatic Invasive Species and Their Management

Authors: Sharp, Ryan L. Cleckner, Lisa B. DePillo, Sarah

Source: Environmental Education Research. 2017 23(8):1200-1210.

Peer Reviewed: Y

Page Count: 11

Sponsoring Agency: US Fish & Wildlife Service (DOI)

Descriptors: Outreach Programs, Aquatic Sports, Environmental Education, Surveys, Program Effectiveness, Recreational Activities, Ecology, Public Opinion, Knowledge Level, Attitude Measures, Statistical Analysis, Plants (Botany), Animals

Geographic Terms: New York

Evaluating the Influence of Photo Order on Park Visitors' Perceptions of Crowding at Buffalo National River.

Authors: Cribbs, Tyler W. Sharp, Ryan L. Brownlee, Mathew T. J.

Source: Leisure Sciences. 2022, Vol. 44 Issue 5, p634-652. 19p. 2 Color Photographs, 1 Illustration, 4 Charts, 1 Map.

Subjects: Park use, Crowds, Protected areas, Photographs

Geographic Terms: Arkansas

Exercise and stress levels associated with a visit to Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve.

Authors: Jackson, Sarah K. Sharp, Ryan L. Mailey, Emily L. et al.

Source: Parks Stewardship Forum. 2021, Vol. 37 Issue 1, p253-264. 12p.

The Utility of GIS for Identifying Areas of Recreation Conflict for Targeted Interpretive Messaging.

Authors: Peterson, Brian A. Sharp, Ryan L. Fefer, Jessica P. et al.

Source: Journal of Interpretation Research. 2020, Vol. 25 Issue 2, p118-131. 14p.

Subject Terms: Recreation areas, Geographic information systems, Data loggers, Spatial behavior, Protected areas

Geographic Terms: Grand Canyon National Park (Ariz.)

Where did you learn that? Exploring How Sources of Knowledge Shape Leave No Trace Knowledge in Kentucky’s Red River Gorge Rock Climbing Community.

Authors: Maples, James N. Bradley, Michael J. Sharp, Ryan L.

Source: Kentucky SHAPE JOURNAL. Spring2023, Vol. 60 Issue 2, p51-69.

Before, during, and irrespective of the pandemic: leisure constraints and urban national park visitation.

Authors: Wilcox, Michael Zajchowski, Chris A.B. Fefer, Jessica P. et al.

Source: World Leisure Journal. Mar2025, Vol. 67 Issue 1, p33-53.

The Application of GPS Visitor Tracking: Implications for Interpretation at Heritage Sites.

Authors: Sharp, Ryan L. Cable, Ted T. Burns, Aubrey

Source: Journal of Interpretation Research. 2019, Vol. 24 Issue 1, p93-98. 6p.

Subject Terms: *Historic sites, Visitors' centers, Research teams, Travel hygiene

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Influence of attitudes toward wildlife on preferences for management of American black bears.

Authors: Liu, Hung-Ling (Stella) Sharp, Ryan L.

Source: Ursus. May2018, Vol. 29 Issue 1, p32-42. 11p.

Identifying Perceived Barriers to Social Equity and Equal Access in Kentucky State Parks.

Authors: Bradley, Michael J. Maples, James N. Sharp, Ryan L.

Source: Kentucky SHAPE JOURNAL. Spring2020, Vol. 57 Issue 2, p19-28.

CLIMBING OUT OF POVERTY: THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF ROCK CLIMBING IN AND AROUND EASTERN KENTUCKY'S RED RIVER GORGE.

Authors: MAPLES, JAMES N. SHARP, RYAN L. CLARK, BRIAN G. et al.

Source: Journal of Appalachian Studies. Spring2017, Vol. 23 Issue 1, p53-71. 19p.

Subject Terms: Poverty in the United States, Economic impact, Rock climbing, Sustainable development, Economic activity, Gorges

Geographic Terms: Kentucky, United States

Park Break: Engaging Students in Social Science to Inform Decision-making in Parks.

Authors: Sharp, Ryan L. Pitt, Aleksandra Verbos, Rose

Source: George Wright Forum. 2018, Vol. 35 Issue 1, p65-72. 8p.

An Island in a Sea of Development: An Examination of Place Attachment, Activity Type, and Crowding in an Urban National Park.

Authors: Sharp, Ryan L. Sharp, Julie A. Miller, Craig A.

Source: Visitor Studies. Jul-Dec2015, Vol. 18 Issue 2, p196-213. 18p.