Forest experiences of fifth-grade Chicago public school students.

Laura J. Metro; John F. Dwyer; Erwin S. Dreschler

doi:10.2737/NC-RP-216

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Forest experiences of fifth-grade Chicago public school students.

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Authors:

Laura J. Metro, John F. Dwyer, Erwin S. Dreschler

Year:

1981

Type:

Research Paper

Station:

Northern Research Station

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2737/NC-RP-216

Source:

Research Paper NC-216. St. Paul, MN: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service, North Central Forest Experiment Station

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Abstract

Analyzes previous visits to a forest and the associated experiences, as well as the expectations of those who had not previously visited a forest. Recommends educational programs that focus on the urban forest.

Keywords

urban, forestry, environment, education, interpretation

Citation

Metro, Laura J.; Dwyer, John F.; Dreschler, Erwin S. 1981. Forest experiences of fifth-grade Chicago public school students. Research Paper NC-216. St. Paul, MN: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service, North Central Forest Experiment Station