出版社：Rural Development Institute, Brandon University
摘要：Outfitters provide guiding services to individuals for their hunting and fishing experiences. Little is known about the individuals employed in this industry and the issues they must contend with. This research took a qualitative approach to data collection and identified issues in the Montana outfitting industry. Data were obtained from a statewide mail survey of licensed outfitters. Analysis revealed four major issues affecting the outfitting industry in Montana. These issues included negative public perceptions of outfitters, strained relations with resident sportsmen, overregulation of the outfitting industry, and problems associated with too many outfitters working in the state. Keywords: fishing, guiding, hunting, Montana, natural resources, outdoor recreation, outfitters
