Using Photovisualizations to Gain Perspectives on River Conservation over Time

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Cheryl E. Morse¹  Stephanie Hurley²  Meryl Braconnier³ 

[1] Geography and Geosciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405, USA;Gund Institute for Environment, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405, USA;Independent Researcher, Burlington, VT 05401, USA;

关键词: landscape visualization;    place-based perspectives;    river conservation;    qualitative research;    conservation outreach techniques;    stakeholders;   

DOI  :  10.3390/land11040534

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

The Missisquoi River originates in a densely forested, hilly, and lightly populated region in northern Vermont, USA, flowing north until it crosses the Canadian border. The upper American stretches of the river are federally designated as “Wild and Scenic” in recognition of its outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational values. This paper reports on the place-based and river-focused perspectives of rural residents who live and work along the Missisquoi River and its tributaries and who are the recipients of Vermont’s shifting river management strategies. The mixed methods research drew on participant observation, interviews, and interpretations of photovisualizations (PVZs). The PVZ method identified the different geographical imaginaries held by residents and conservation professionals, demonstrating that PVZs can be used as a method to foster dialogue about sense of place and conservation initiatives. Visual aids can help unveil the complex, temporal relationships between landowners and the adjacent waterways, which in turn influence participation in river restoration efforts.

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