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When Volunteers Pay to Take a Trip with Scientists - Participatory Environmental Research Tourism (PERT)
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posted on 2023-05-16, 14:06 authored by Ellis, CThis article defines and explores the current global level of the Participatory Environmental Research Tourism (PERT) subsector. This subsector refers to one type of volunteer vacation or conservation holiday, where participants pay to work as volunteers helping wildlife managers in environmental field research. From the wildlife manager's perspective the PERT subsector provides an alternative means of funding and another vehicle through which to achieve goals. Variations in models and styles of operating will impact on the resulting costs and benefits of running these programs. Initial research shows the PERT subsector is characterized by not-for-profit agencies, is wildlife-based and focused on the Americas. Marketing trends are also discussed. By highlighting existing activities in this area, the author aims to stimulate further research. © 2003 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.
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Publication title
Human Dimensions of WildlifeVolume
8Pagination
75-80ISSN
1087-1209Department/School
School of Social SciencesPublisher
Taylor and FrancisPlace of publication
PhiladelphiaRepository Status
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