Living with the Wild, Encounters Between Recreational Activities and Wildlife

Wildlife & Outdoor Recreation: Human Encounters and Conservation

This book explores the complex relationship between recreational activities and wildlife, examining their effects on animals, ecosystems, and natural environments. Through case studies covering hunting, wildlife tourism, cultural practices, trail running, and mountain sports, it highlights ecological challenges and practical approaches to managing human–wildlife coexistence.

Key Features

• Examines interactions between recreational activities and wildlife
• Explores the ecological impacts of outdoor recreation
• Discusses hunting and its relationship with wildlife management
• Covers wildlife-watching tourism and conservation
• Examines traditional cultural practices involving natural environments
• Explores the effects of recreational activities on animal behaviour
• Investigates the experiences of trail runners in natural areas
• Discusses interactions between mountain sports and wildlife
• Examines the management of environmentally sensitive habitats
• Highlights challenges in protecting fragile ecosystems
• Explores the relationship between human activities and animal habitats
• Discusses strategies for managing human–wildlife interactions
• Examines opportunities for promoting peaceful coexistence
• Combines ecological, conservation, and social science perspectives
• Provides useful insights for researchers, conservationists, students, and wildlife managers