Ecotourism in Appalachia: Marketing the Mountains - Hardcover

by Al Fritsch (Author), Kristin Johannsen (Author)

Winner of the The Caudill Prize, recognizing outstanding contributions to reporting Appalachian life and values. Tourism is the world's largest industry, and ecotourism is rapidly emerging as its fastest growing segment. As interest in nature travel increases, so does concern for conservation of the environment and the well-being of local peoples and cultures. Appalachia seems an ideal destination for ecotourists, with its rugged mountains, uniquely diverse forests, wild rivers, and lively arts

Author Biography

Al Fritsch, founder of Appalachia-Science in the Public Interest, is the author of several books.

Kristin Johannsen is a freelance writer specializing in travel and environmental issues.