Professor, B.R.M.C.D. Program
Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
311 Sinnott Bldg.
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 2N2
Phone: (204) 474-8514
Fax: (204) 474-7634
E-mail: michael.campbell@ad.umanitoba.ca

Education:

• 1996 Ph.D University of Waterloo
• 1986 M.A. University of Manitoba
• 1980 B.A. University of Manitoba

Research Interests:

Dr. Michael Campbell's research interests focus primarily upon the relationship between various forms of nature based tourism, outdoor recreation and the environment in which these activities takes place. In this context the environment is viewed very broadly and includes the physical (abiotic), living (biotic), and social (cultural) spheres. As such a good deal of his work is focused upon mitigating impacts in natural environments and the human dimensions of wildlife and natural resources. Recently, Michael has been awarded a six year $999,500 CIDA grant to develop a Masters Degree program in collaboration with the Wildlife and Animal Resource Management Department of Makerere University in Uganda, the Uganda Wildlife Authority and Uganda Tourism Board. In addition to the Masters degree a key element of the project is the development of community tourism initiatives in regions and communities surrounding national parks in Uganda. For more information, please see the University of Manitoba – Makerere UPCD CIDA Tier 2 Project web site or the photo gallery.

This work, now in its second year, builds upon the work previously conducted with graduate students in Tanzania and partnerships developed with St. Joseph's College in Darjeeling India. Dr Campbell is also studying the efficacy of the province's "Bear Smart" initiative. The Bear Smart project examines cottager's attitudes towards bears and removing bear attractants on their properties. Results of the study are being used to guide refuse management and regulation in bear habitat both inside and outside parks and protected areas. Dr Campbell also maintains an ongoing trial monitoring program in Riding Mountain National Park. His Ph.D. research on the role of earth science knowledge in interpretation, planning and management of parks identified dramatic changes in the way science is being used in support of park management. Michael spearheaded the development of the Parks and Protected Areas Research Forum of Manitoba. Michael continues to collaborate widely within the University of Manitoba and has Graduate students in Recreation Management and Community Development, The Natural Resource Institute and the Department of Environment and Geography. Previous work includes collaborations with Dr. Kelly MacKay in a research seeking to understand the basis for support for hunting in Manitoba as well as the development of backcountry management plan for Riding Mountain National Park. In addition to his ongoing monitoring program. Michael is currently investigating the biophysical basis of recreational landscapes of Manitoba in collaboration with Drs. Rick Baydack of the Natural Resources Institute and Dave Barber of the Centre for Earth Observation Science through the CFS/NSERC/SSHRC funded Manitoba Ecosite Classification and Decision Support System project. Current graduate students are studying constraints to TCT trail use, urban goose management, application of GIS to enforcement in Quetico PP, boreal river canoe habitat modelling, outdoor adventure as therapy in treating eating disorders. Past students research includes the effectiveness of signage in litter reduction, impacts of community tourism on residents in Tanzania, effectiveness of wilderness programming for youth at risk.

Recent Publications:

Lu, J. and J.M. Campbell (2008). The nature and heterogeneity of perceived constraints of using the Trans Canada Trail for hiking/walking. Leisure/Loisir 32. pp. 185 - 204.

Campbell, J.M. (2008). Communicating for Wildlife Management or Hunting Tourism: the Case of the Manitoba Spring Bear Hunt, ed B. Lovelock. Consumptive Wildlife Tourism

Campbell, J.M. (2007). Leisure in Natural Settings, Eds. MacCarville, R. and K.J. Mackay, Leisure for Canadians, Venture .

Campbell, J.M. and Kelly MacKay (2007). Understanding and influencing attitudes towards hunting in Manitoba. Parks and Protected Areas Research Forum of Manitoba. Landscapes, wildlife and people: the great balancing act. October 25-26, Winnipeg Canada.

Campbell, J. M. (2007). Being Bear smart: an evaluation of cottagers’ intentions to reduce bear attractants. International Union of Game Biologists 28th Congress, 13-18 August, Uppsala Sweden.

Campbell, J.M. and C. Dranzoa. (2007). Enhancing cooperation with communities bordering protected areas in Uganda: building sustainable livelihoods with realized wildlife capital. Ecosystem Based Management: Beyond Boundaries. 6th International Conference on Science and the Management of Protected Areas (SAMPA VI). Acadia University Wolfville, Nova Scotia May 21-26, 2007.

Campbell, J.M. (2007). Are trail use behaviours changing: results of a photo monitoring study in Riding Mountain National Park. . Ecosystem Based Management: Beyond Boundaries. 6th International Conference on Science and the Management of Protected Areas (SAMPA VI). Acadia University Wolfville, Nova Scotia May 21-26, 2007.

Campbell, J.M. (2007). Evaluating the effectiveness of Bear Smart programming in cottage country: cottagers’ attitudes, evaluations and behaviour. Human-Bear Conflict Management: Aversive Conditioning and Information Outreach. 19th Eastern Black Bear Workshop. Sheperdstown W.V. April 9-12, 2007.

Campbell. J.M. (2006). Monitoring trail use with digital still cameras: strengths, limitations and proposed resolutions. MMV-3. The third international conference on monitoring and management of visitor flows in recreational and protected areas. Rapperswil Switzerland. September 13-17 2006.

Campbell. J.M. (2006). Monitoring trail use with digital still cameras: strengths, limitations and proposed resolutions. In Seigrist, D.. Clivaz, Hunziker, M. and S. Iten (Eds.) Exploring the Nature of Management MMV-3. The third international conference on monitoring and management of visitor flows in recreational and protected areas. Rapperswil Switzerland. September 13-17 2006.

Campbell, J. M., Walker, D. J., Smid, B. D. and R. Baydack. (2005). Recreation Habitat Suitability Indices: key concepts and a framework for application in landscape planning. Environments 33(2), 71-88.

Campbell, J. M. and K. J. MacKay. (2004). Successfully implementing a backcountry monitoring programme: The role of people, place and process. Proceedings of 5th International Conference on Science and the Management of Protected Areas (SAMPAA V). Victoria, B.C. May 11-16, 2003.

Campbell, J. M., Smid, B. D., Baydack, R. and D. J. Walker. (2004). For millions of years we lived just like the animals: HSI and their use in modeling human recreation behavior in parks and protected areas. Proceedings of 5th International Conference on Science and the Management of Protected Areas (SAMPAA V). Victoria, B.C. May 11-16, 2003.

Walker, D. J., Wiseman, G., Vasudevan, A., Baydack R. and J. M. Campbell. (2004). Developing a richness-free statistic for measuring ecosystem diversity in landscape management decision support. Proceedings of 5th International Conference on Science and the Management of Protected Areas (SAMPAA V). Victoria, B.C. May 11-16, 2003.

MacKay, K. J. and J. M. Campbell (2004). An examination of attitudes toward hunting as a tourism product. Tourism Management 25(5) 443-452.

Campbell, J. M. and K. J. MacKay. (2004). The role of people, place and process in implementing a successful backcountry monitoring program: the case in Riding Mountain National Park. Environments 32(1) 31-45.

MacKay, K. J. and J. M. Campbell.( 2004). An integrated approach for measuring environmental impacts in nature based tourism and outdoor recreation settings. Journal of Tourism Analysis 9(3) 141-152.

Campbell, J. M. and K. J. MacKay (2003). Attitudinal and normative influences on support for hunting as a wildlife management strategy. Human Dimensions of Wildlife 8(3) 181-197.

Campbell, J. M. (2003). Application of GIS to recreation hazard management: Strainers, public safety and ecological integrity in Banff National Park. Leisure/Loisir 27(1-2) 51-73.

Research Group Affiliation:

Full Member - Leisure and Tourism

Courses Taught:

• REC 1200 - Introduction to Leisure Travel
• REC 3090 - Sustainable Nature-Based Tourism
• REC 4090 - Nature-Based Outdoor Recreation/Education 2
• REC 7050 - Issues in Outdoor Recreation
• GEOG 3740 - Field Studies in Geography (A,TS)