Aerial adventure environments : the theory and practice of the challenge course, zip line, and canopy tour industry

著者

    • Speelman, Elizabeth A.
    • Wagstaff, Mark
    • Jordan, Scott H.
    • Haras, Kathy

書誌事項

Aerial adventure environments : the theory and practice of the challenge course, zip line, and canopy tour industry

Elizabeth A. Speelman ... [et al.]

Human Kinetics, c2021

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Other authors: Mark Wagstaff, Scott H. Jordan and Kathy Haras

Includes bibliographical references and index

内容説明・目次

内容説明

Aerial Adventure Environments: The Theory and Practice of the Challenge Course, Zip Line, and Canopy Tour Industry With HKPropel Access provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to the aerial adventure industry. The first of its kind, this text combines the key components of high and low ropes challenge courses, zip lines, canopy tours, and aerial adventure parks into one essential guide for students and existing professionals. Written by leading experts with both practical experience and theoretical knowledge in the field and endorsed by the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT), the Professional Ropes Course Association (PRCA), and the European Ropes Course Association (ERCA), this complete resource contains the foundational information needed to understand the industry of aerial adventure environments. It provides practitioners with the tools they need to lead successful adventure experiences whether they are working directly with participants, designing and building structures, training staff, or conducting operational and marketing activities. Readers will learn about the historical beginnings and global development of the industry, the theory and fundamentals behind aerial adventure programming, facility and equipment management, personnel training, and operational guidelines. The text presents practical information on understanding the desired outcomes of a variety of clients and how to design and deliver safe, effective, and inclusive adventure experiences with consideration for self-directed, guided, and facilitated experiences. The discussions of professional competencies and current industry issues and trends, as well as tips on how to obtain training, equip readers for success in the profession. Chapter objectives, summaries, and review questions reinforce learning, and Putting It Into Practice elements illustrate practical applications of the content. Related online materials delivered via HKPropel include 21 checklists and forms that provide real-world value and include sample participant evaluation forms, job descriptions, challenge course questionnaires, program plans, and more. Special features throughout the book highlight four themes critical to the aerial adventure environment profession: Risk Management sidebars demonstrate how the management of risk must be embedded in every stage of the experience. Active Participatory Experience sidebars emphasize the hands-on nature of aerial adventures, whereby participants choose their level of challenge and their own adventures. Industry Standards sidebars cover best practices for subjects such as equipment selection, facility development, practitioner competencies, and management decisions. Social Justice and Human Diversity sidebars focus on the recent expansion of participants in aerial adventure experiences and the importance of inclusivity. Aerial Adventure Environments is at the cutting edge of this exciting and fast-growing sector of the outdoor adventure industry and is an invaluable resource for navigating the industry and understanding current practices, philosophies, and trends. Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is included with all print books.

目次

Part I. Back to the Basics Chapter 1. Introduction to the Aerial Adventure Industry What Is an Aerial Adventure Environment? A Different Outdoor Industry Aerial Adventure Professionals Professional Associations Summary Review Questions Chapter 2. History of Aerial Adventure Environments A Common History Development in the United States Development in Canada Development in Europe Development in Japan Development in Costa Rica Facility Changes Understanding What Was Happening Summary Review Questions Chapter 3. Purpose of Aerial Adventure Environments Goal Orientations Organizational Alignment Summary Review Questions Chapter 4. Fundamentals of Aerial Adventure Operating Systems Low Activities High Activities Summary Review Questions Part II. Learning the Ropes Chapter 5. Facility Design, Installation, Inspection, and Maintenance Design Installation Inspection Maintenance Summary Review Questions Chapter 6. Equipment Systems Equipment in AAEs Systems Approach Selection Use Care Summary Review Questions Chapter 7. Personnel Who Are the Personnel? Understanding the Participant Preparing Aerial Adventure Leaders Summary Review Questions Chapter 8. Operations Layers of Operational Guidelines Nodes of Operational Management Summary Review Questions Part III. Delivering the Experience Chapter 9. Knowing Your Audience Mead's Stages of a Recreational Experience Obtaining Participant Information Risk Management and Legal Information Providing Inclusive Programming Summary Review Questions Chapter 10. Designing the Experience Symbolic Interaction Theory Program Outcomes Understanding Domains for Participant Success Sequencing Program Plan Summary Review Questions Chapter 11. Facilitating the Experience Common Theory and Concepts of Facilitation Facilitator Techniques Summary Review Questions Chapter 12. Evaluation and Post-Experience Operations Role of Evaluation How Evaluation Is Done in AAEs Levels of Evaluation AAE Evaluation in Today's World Follow-Up Summary Review Questions Part IV. Professional Preparation Chapter 13. Professional Competencies AAP Competencies Summary Review Questions Chapter 14. Career Preparation Career Development Model Career Overview Professional Preparation Summary Review Questions Chapter 15. State of the Profession Supporting Research Current Issues Summary Review Questions

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詳細情報

  • NII書誌ID(NCID)
    BB2992467X
  • ISBN
    • 9781492570646
  • LCCN
    2019021070
  • 出版国コード
    us
  • タイトル言語コード
    eng
  • 本文言語コード
    eng
  • 出版地
    Champaign, Ill.
  • ページ数/冊数
    xii, 291 p.
  • 大きさ
    28 cm
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