Abstract
This paper discusses the results of surveys of oil industry employees in Newfoundland, Canada, working both onshore and offshore on rigs and supply boats. The surveys reveal the different recreational behavior of respondents compared to local residents, and the unique and restricted environments in which they live and work while offshore. The analysis covers the leisure time activities both offshore and onshore, and the effects of the relocation to Newfoundland upon the recreational behavior of the sample. Conclusions discuss the significance of relocation upon recreation behavior, and implications for planning, provision, and operation of leisure opportunities in coastal zone areas affected by hydrocarbon development.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 297-318 |
Number of pages | 22 |
Journal | Leisure Sciences |
Volume | 8 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1986 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Offshore
- Oil
- Recreation behavior
- Survey