The Institute for Tourism & Recreation Research at the University of Montana conducts travel and recreation research in Montana, with a primary focus on the nonresident travel survey conducted throughout the state. The Institute produces widely used statewide estimates of total nonresident visitation and travel expenditures, visitor characteristics in the state each year, and annual estimate of the economic contribution of nonresident travel to Montana's economy. The research and creative scholarship by the faculty of the Institute for Tourism & Recreation Research includes studies into the social and environmental impacts of tourism; regional and community tourism planning and development; niche market studies; geotourism; and outdoor recreation.

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Submissions from 2013

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The Stage Stop Inn: A Case Study on the Impact of Small Hotels on Communities, Christine Oschell

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Tourism on a Scenic Byway: Destination Image and Economic Impacts of the Beartooth Highway, Jacob Daniel Jorgenson

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Trail Rail Run: 2013, Christine Oschell

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Travel and Recreation: Jobs, Lifestyle, and Growth, Norma P. Nickerson

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Vacation Planning and Route Choice, Christine Oschell

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Visitor Comments About Montana: 2012 Nonresident Survey, Norma Nickerson, Ashley Napier, and Doris Cooley

Submissions from 2012

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A Re-examination of Montana's Economic Impact Estimates, Norma P. Nickerson and Kara Grau

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Assessment of the Usage of the National Geographic Greater Yellowstone MapGuide , Christine Oschell and Norma P. Nickerson

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Dragon Boat Festival Visitor Study: 2012, Christine Oschell

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Economic Contribution of Travel in Montana- Resident and Nonresident Expenditures in the State, Kara Grau

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Geotraveler Tendencies in Montana's Shoulder and Winter Seasons , Christine Oschell

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Missoula Marathon Participant Study: 2012, Christine Oschell

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Montana Folk Festival Visitor Study: 2012, Christine Oschell

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: 2011, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 1, 2010, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 1, 2011, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 2, 2010, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 2, 2011, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 3, 2009, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 3, 2010, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 3, 2011, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 4, 2009, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 4, 2010, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Profiles: Quarter 4, 2011, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditures and Economic Contribution: 2007, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditures and Economic Contribution: 2008, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditures and Economic Contribution: 2009, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditures and Economic Contribution: 2010, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditures and Economic Contribution: 2011, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Trends: 2000-2010, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Expenditure Trends: 2001-2011, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Quarterly Travel Comparison: 2010, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Traveler Quarterly Travel Comparison: 2011, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Visitation Trends: 2000-2010, Kara Grau

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Montana Nonresident Visitation Trends: 2001-2011, Kara Grau

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Montana People and Jobs: The Tourism Connection, Norma P. Nickerson

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Montana State Parks: Visitor Profile and Media Awareness, Christine Oschell and Norma P. Nickerson

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Montana Tourism Businesses: 2011 Review and 2012 Outlook, Norma P. Nickerson and Jake Jorgenson

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National Geographic Crown of the Continent Geotourism MapGuide Usage Assessment, Christine Oschell and Norma P. Nickerson

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Resident Travel and In-State Vacation Characteristics, Kara Grau and Norma P. Nickerson

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The Montana Tourism Industry: The People and the Businesses, Christine Oschell

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Travel and Recreation: Stories behind the Trends, Norma p. Nickerson

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Visitor Comments About Montana: 2009-2010 Nonresident Survey , Jake Jorgenson, Norma Nickerson, and Laura Lovo

Submissions from 2011

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A Comparative Analysis between Knowledge and Bear Safety Information Utilization by Day Hikers in Glacier National Park, Phillip Wayne Zumstein

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Assessment of Hunter Access on Montana Private Lands, Michael Tipton and Norma P. Nickerson

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City Council and County Commissioners: Views Regarding Montana Tourism, Norma P. Nickerson and Christine Oschell

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Climate Change & Tourism Literature Review, Norma P. Nickerson, Laura Becerra, and Phil Zumstein

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Designated Market Areas: Using Zip Codes as a Marketing Tool, Norma P. Nickerson and Jake Jorgenson

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Montana Folk Festival Visitor Study: 2011, Christine Oschell

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Montana Nonresident Visitor Information Center Use, Neala Fugere, Christine Oschell, and Norma Nickerson