RPK 220 - Ecotourism and Sustainable Practices (4 CR.)

Examines the impacts of visitor behavior and ecotourism on natural resources and the management of ecotourism facilities and destinations (governmental and nongovernmental); national and international guidelines for ecotourism; and the response to the increasing growth of ecotourism and eco-travel in the U.S. and abroad and the resulting need for sustainable tourism practices. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week.