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A Study on the Management of Auto-camping in National Parks through Survey of Visitors to Auto-campground (오토캠핑장 이용실태 분석을 통한 국립공원 내 오토캠핑 관리 방안)

  • Cho, Woo;Sung, Chan Yong
    • Korean Journal of Environment and Ecology
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    • v.30 no.3
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    • pp.406-414
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    • 2016
  • This study examined the factors by which people choose auto-camping as their primary leisure activity after conducting a questionnaire survey of the visitors to the Chiaksan national park Guryong auto-campground. The majority of the visitors were employed (60%) in their 30s and 40s (85%) with relatively high education (88% of which had bachelor's degree or higher) and income levels (87% of which had family income greater than KRW30 million). Most visitors were family group visitors (82%), and for many visitors, auto-camping appeared to be their primary leisure activity as 24% of the respondents said that they visited auto-campground more than 10 times a year. Only 18% of the visitors had auto-camped for longer than 5 years, indicating that auto-camping is a relatively new leisure activity that has become popular in recent times. Factor analysis with 19 items that measured the degree of agreement on the relative advantages of auto-camping extracted four latent factors that affected the selection of auto-camping as a leisure activity: factor 1 (refreshment through contact with nature), factor 2 (novelty and a sense of accomplishment), factor 3 (convenience), and factor 4 (entertainment). Results of regression analysis that examined the effects of the four extracted factors on the visitors' level of satisfaction on auto-camping (measured by the number of visits to auto-campgrounds per year) indicated that 'refreshment through contact with nature' was the most critical factor when deciding to select auto-camping as their leisure activity. 'Novelty and a sense of accomplishment' and 'convenience' were also statistically significant -but to a lesser degree, whereas 'entertainment' did not statistically significantly affect the visitors' decision. These results suggest that, for designing and managing auto-campgrounds, it is more important to preserve the surrounding nature than to provide more facilities for campers' convenience and entertainment.

Promoting the Sales of Regional Specialty Products through Local Festivals in Rural Korea (지역문화행사를 통한 전통산물 판매활성화 방안)

  • Kim Mi Heui;Park Duk Byeong;Ahn Yoon Soo;You Myoung Nim;Jeong Hyun Young
    • The Korean Journal of Community Living Science
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    • v.15 no.4
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    • pp.127-136
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    • 2004
  • Local fairs are often part of the economic development strategy of rural areas. This study aims to find out marketing strategies for promoting the sales of regional specialty products through local festivals in rural Korea. The data were collected in late 2003 (from a sample of interviews and surveys from 351 visitors. The data were analyzed using the SPSS computer program. The results were as follows; First, the factors that visitors were considered in purchasing were quality (49.5%), commemorative value (36.9%), and reliability (33.0%). And the top reasons cited for not buying were lack of distinction (45.1%) and high prices (26.6%). The discount rates expected in markets was 16.8%. Second, 49.8% of visitors has spent over 10,000 won and their purchase pattern has been for themselves and their family. Third, the public organizations for certi(ication for visitors were the National Agricultural Cooperative Fedration (37.9%) and the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF) (22.5%). In conclusion, it was important for local stakeholders to provide more locally-manufactured, seasonal and traditional food, and to plan more locally characteristic events for their fairs. Further recommendations have included having a guide showing pricing and quality standards for products bought at rural fairs, developing product ideas for inducing impulse purchases, active promotion and marketing at event sites, and setting a standard system of warranties on products under the certification of the local authorities and with the financial support of the MAF Such recommendations were aimed at increasing the sale of traditional and regional specialty products at local festivals.

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Visitors' Satisfaction about Snow Sculptures of the Mt. Taebeck Snow Festival (태백산 눈 축제 방문객 만족연구: 눈 조각전을 중심으로)

  • Roh, Bong-Ho;Jeong, Kang-Hwan;Roh, Yong-Ho
    • Archives of design research
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    • v.18 no.2 s.60
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    • pp.91-100
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    • 2005
  • There is few cultural tourism festival study which investigated snow related sculptures satisfaction from festival visitors and residents. The purposes of this study were to investigate the satisfaction of snow related sculptures based on festival visitors' and residents' evaluation and give directions for festival planners The important results of this study are as following: First, visitors from out of Taebak city satisfied with National Snow Sculpture Contest, International Snow Sculpture Exhibition, and Mysterious International Snow Culture Exhibition. They did not satisfied with Making Snowmen for Genius, Our Family Snow Sculptures, and Winter Riding Experiences. Secondly, residents satisfied with International Snow Sculpture Exhibition, Mysterious International Culture Snow Exhibition, and National Snow Sculpture Contest. Their satisfaction was low about Our Families' Snow Sculptures, and Winter Riding Experiences. Thirdly, introducing experience-oriented programs and facilities are recommended to festival planners for better festival than this year.

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Project Evaluation and Usage Behaviors on Visitors of Waterfront in Youngsan River (영산강 수변공간 방문객의 이용행태와 사업평가 분석)

  • Lee, Jeong-Rock;Jang, Mun-Hyun;Yoo, Sun-Kyung
    • Journal of the Economic Geographical Society of Korea
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    • v.16 no.2
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    • pp.247-261
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    • 2013
  • The Youngsan River Restoration Project(YRRP) is to bring back the original appearance of the stream and to create a new waterfront. This project, which id part of the Four Major Rivers Restoration Project, began in 2009, and Juksan and Seungchon beams was completed, and waterway of Youngsan river also was constructed. Both sides of the river, bike trails, waterfront park of 70 places, including the composition and the amenities were installed. The purpose of this study is to analyze the useage behaviors and satisfaction on visitors of waterfront parks in Yeongsan River. Many visitors visit waterfront in order to walking and biking, there were many people who visit family and hobbyists club units. Visitors showed a relatively high level of satisfaction about the waterfront in the new composition such as bike trails, walking roads, and ecological parks created by the YRRP. However, the major problems was the lack of amenities in the waterfront.

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Measuring the Environmental Attitudes for National Park Visitors : Application of New Environmental Paradigm (국립공원(國立公園) 방문객(訪問客)의 자연환경태도(自然環境態度) 측정(測定) : New Environmental Paradigm의 적용(適用))

  • Han, Sang-Yoel
    • Journal of Korean Society of Forest Science
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    • v.89 no.5
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    • pp.598-608
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    • 2000
  • This study examined several characteristics such as the relationships between environmental attitudes and national park visitors' socio-economic characteristics, and between environmental attitudes and their travel motivations. Environmental attitude was measured using the modified New Environmental Paradigm(NEP) scale, where five response options existed(from strongly disagree to strongly agree). Data for this empirical analysis were obtained from 2,647 participants at six national parks-Sulaksan, Kayasan, Naeiangsan, Pookhansan, Taeanhaean, and Hanryohaesang. Results showed that most visitors gave a pro-NEP response ranging from neutral attitude to pro-environmentalism. Environmental attitudes correlated positively with education level, while, negatively with age. Environmental concern, also, generally correlated positively with 'rest' and 'health' motivators, while, negatively with 'socialization' and 'vacation' motivators. The findings of this study suggest that education is the most effective politic measure to lead pro-environmental concern for park visitors. And, given the nature of the relationship between environmental concern and visitors' motivation, park managers should be more careful handling with family and group visitors who have 'vacation' and 'socialization' motivators than 'rest' and 'health' motivators.

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Experience of Patients and Families about Flexible Visiting (중환자실 환자와 가족의 자율면회 경험)

  • Dan, So-Young;Park, Sook-Hyun;Lee, Seul;Park, Hye-Yeon;Yi, Young-Hee
    • Journal of Korean Critical Care Nursing
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    • v.10 no.1
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    • pp.51-62
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    • 2017
  • Purpose: This study aimed to understand the essence of experiences of patients and family members during flexible visiting in an intensive care unit (ICU). Methods: This is a qualitative study using interviews with open ended questions. We used Colaizzi's method of phenomenological interpretation. Results: Flexible visiting in the ICU impacted the patients and their families in various ways. The following categories were extracted from the patients' experiences with flexible visiting: 1) the opportunity to feel the presence of the family and 2) the burden of unrestricted visiting. The following categories were extracted from the families' experiences with flexible visiting: 1) psychological comfort by convenience 2) being aware of health care professionals and critical care nursing in the intensive care unit, and 3) double trouble. Conclusions: These results showed that flexible visiting in the ICU affected the patients and their families positively and negatively. Therefore, nursing staff need to design psychological and social interventions that address the needs of patients and their families.

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The Demand of Hospital facilities for Rheumatoid Arthritic Patients (류마티스 관절염 환자의 병원후생시설 요구)

  • Kim, Boon-Han;Lim, Nan-Young;Kang, Hwa-Jung;Cha, Kyung-Ok
    • Journal of muscle and joint health
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    • v.3 no.2
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    • pp.209-215
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    • 1996
  • The purpose of this study was to explore the demand of rheumatoid arthritic patients for medical facilities. The survey using open-ended question and interview was used to serve this purpose. Data was collected from 27 inpatients and outpatients of one university hospital in Seoul. The results were as follows ; The hospital facilities they wanted were categorized as space for patients & their family members (15 items), convenient facilities(14 items), facilities for their family members & visitors (4 items) and others (2 items). They mostly needed as following order ; shower room, parking place, supermarket, no charge of TV subscription fee and rest place. Also they especially wanted sports facilities & recreation room.

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Association between Festival Service Evaluation Attribute and Behavior Intention of Visitors -For Chungbuk Jincheon Cultural Festival- (축제 서비스 평가속성이 방문객 행동의도에 미치는 영향 -충북진천문화축제를 중심으로-)

  • Baik, Un-Il
    • The Journal of the Korea Contents Association
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    • v.13 no.10
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    • pp.547-555
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    • 2013
  • This study aims to examine association between festival service evaluation attribute and behavior intention of visitors and research satisfaction with festival, second visit and recommendation intention, ultimately in order to suggest measures to establish market strategies. The study was conducted as follows. First, a total of 360 pieces of questionnaire were distributed from October 14 to 16, 2011 and a total of 335 pieces were collected. Except 15 pieces without responses, 320 were used for the study. Second, in service evaluation elements, program, facility and performance review had positive impacts on the satisfaction and second visit. All evaluation elements also positively affected recommendation intention. Third, in association between demographic features and satisfaction, second visit and recommendation intention, while the satisfaction positively influenced bringing a friend, it negatively influenced academic background and income. In addition, residence and job gave a positive affect on second visit, while income, bringing family and first visit gave a negative effect on the second visit. Last, age, academic background, income and bringing family gave a negative effect on recommendation intention.

Relationship between Behaviors and Satisfactions of Visitors at Natural History Museum (자연사 박물관 관람객의 관람유형과 관람만족도의 관계)

  • Choi, Ji-Eun
    • Journal of the Korean earth science society
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    • v.25 no.5
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    • pp.315-326
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    • 2004
  • The aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between visitors' behavior and their satisfaction at Natural History Museum (NHM). This study involves 204 participants including elementary, middle, and high school students, their teachers and parents, and university students from Korea. The results are tested using crosstabs and chi-square. The main results are as follows: First, dominant behavior involves visiting with family, visiting for leisure and just visiting, viewing exhibits utilizing explanation cards, and visiting for over 2 hours. Second, the degree of satisfaction tends to be high in visiting with family or alone, visiting for interest in science, and viewing exhibits utilizing explanation cards or explanation by a parent, teacher, or a guide. While, third, the degree of satisfaction tends to be low in visiting with a school group, visiting for leisure/just visiting, or visiting for homework research, and viewing exhibits without any guidance. Forth, the relationship between length of visits and degree of satisfaction is positively significant.

Website Monitoring on the Behavior of Consumers for Educational Pet Insects (애완학습곤충 소비자의 행동 모니터링)

  • Kim, So Yun;Kim, Seong Hyun;Choi, Won Ho;Park, Jong Bin;Park, Hae Chul;Lee, Young Bo;Kim, Namjung
    • Korean journal of applied entomology
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    • v.52 no.4
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    • pp.335-340
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    • 2013
  • As the market of educational pet insects is expanding, understanding the consumer needs became more crucial. To achieve the ideal analysis on the market, this research monitored the behavior of consumers. The posting on the blogs of consumers, who have visited insect museums and farms, or have bought insects were collected as data. Moreover, the informational contents, photographs and texts, were analyzed. The results showed that the family-unit visitors with elementary school lower graders were the main type of visitors for their children's education. The visiting areas were concentrated in Seoul and the Metropolitans of Gyeonggi province, and the visits were mostly occurred during their children's vacation period. The analysis of posted photographs showed the visitors' high interest in the hands-on program. According to the texts on visitors' blogs, especially, the largest number of visitors satisfied with the variety of program. It implies the necessity of development in diverse and differentiated hands-on program. Otherwise, the programs available to connect insects to other animals and plants should be introduced to reduce aversion against insects, which was reported as the strongest dissatisfaction. In conclusion, diversification on insect species and development in systematized hands-on program seem to be required for the continuous growth of educational pet insects market.