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Analysis of the potential for ecotourism in northern littoral of Paraná, Brazil: project summary

Sills, E. O., V. Y. Müller, F. W. Cubbage, T. P. Holmes, J. M. Pye, J. E. Wagner, L. M. Marques, J. L. Binns, and D. R. Riggsbee

This interdisciplinary study on ecotourism in the Área de Proteção Ambiental (APA) in Paraná, Brazil has yielded various products. A compilation of the laws regarding the management of natural resources in the APA was published. The economic model of the region and analysis of tourism's potential impacts have been completed. Mapping of roads, tourist attractions and land cover has been largely completed, and ecological risks identified. The market study for ecotourism and reports with preliminary conclusions on the supply and demand are finalized. Technical visits to other conservation units served as the basis for an analysis of strategies for the management of tourism.

Fiscal Year: fy97 ·  Problem Area: pa98-5 ·  Source: coop   <== Explain

Citation: Sills, E. O., V. Y. Müller, F. W. Cubbage, T. P. Holmes, J. M. Pye, J. E. Wagner, L. M. Marques, J. L. Binns, and D. R. Riggsbee. 1997. Analysis of the potential for ecotourism in northern littoral of Paraná, Brazil: project summary. FPEI Working Paper Southeastern Center for Forest Economics Research,Research Triangle Park, NC.

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