Graduate Research Assistant Iowa State University Ames, Iowa, United States
Foresters can encourage health, well-being and resilience of urban residents through the creation and/or management of high-quality natural areas. We are conducting this research to better understand the characteristics associated with high-quality urban green spaces and the mechanisms by which these spaces can influence the well-being of individuals.
Learning Objectives:
... describe characteristics of natural areas that may influence visitor experiences.
... identify specific aspects of user experiences and sense of well-being related to qualitative aspects of natural areas in an urban setting.
... design research activities for their own communities to examine the influence of urban green spaces and natural areas on visitors’ well-being and experiences.
