Ecological and social perspectives on the management of outdoor sports
“Bouldering is gaining popularity worldwide, but when practised outdoors, it can threaten local ecosystems and cause social conflicts, requiring effective management. In the Frankenjura region, one of Europe’s most renowned climbing areas, the “Boulderappell” recommends specific behaviors to mitigate such impacts. However, this agreement remains controversial due to limited means of regulating or communicating bouldering-related information.
The objectives of this study were twofold: first, to provide an overview of the social and ecological issues associated with bouldering and the Boulderappell; and second, to analyze the perspective of key stakeholders regarding bouldering management in the Frankenjura (Study A) and the Boulderappell’s reception among active boulderers (Study B).” more? read here