1. Planning Implementation Evaluation
Increasing Attendance at Shaver’s Creek
Shaver’s Creek Environmental Education Center in Stone Valley; September 11, 2016; 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM; free to participants
Planning
Implementation
Evaluation
Situational Analysis
Shaver’s Creek is the local environmental center located about a half hour from State College, a city comprised mostly of college students.
College students with low income and limited access to transportation
Many students prefer activities other than outdoor recreation, which is a great way to relieve stress and connect with nature
Needs Assessment
There is low attendance at Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center.
Purpose of the Program
The program will inform participants of all the recreational opportunities at Shaver’s Creek and how to utilize them safely.
Inputs/Resources
Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center as venue
High ropes course facilities
Materials: 30 safety vests, 10 canoes, 10 kayaks, 30 fishing rods, 30 oars stored at Lake Perez
4 Shaver’s Creek staff to present to and direct participants, 2 high ropes instructors,1 raptor intern, 2 canoe and kayak instructors
100 apples, 100 granola bars, and 100 bags of
snack size bags of pretzels
Estimated Budget
Venue (Shaver’s Creek): $200
Equipment: $200
Advertising: $100
Outputs – Products
Shaver’s Creek informational pamphlets
Maps of surrounding trail systems
[list products (materials, tools, handouts, worksheets, books, etc.) that will (need to) be created specifically for use in your program to facilitate the activities]
Outputs – Activities
Introduction to facilities presented by Shaver’s Creek staff at amphitheater
Lecture on outdoor safety following introduction at amphitheater
Participants can then choose from available activities:
Raptor Center show
Hiking trails around Lake Perez
Canoeing and kayaking on Lake Perez
Fishing on Lake Perez
High ropes course at Stone Valley
Audience/Participants
Penn State students residing in University Park or State College
Outcomes/Impacts
Short-term
Goal: Increase participants’ knowledge of opportunities at Shaver’s Creek.
Objective: At the end of the workshop 80% of the participants will be able to list at least five activities available at Shaver’s Creek.
Intermediate-term
Goal: Increase usage of weekend bus service to Shaver’s Creek.
Objective: One year after the program, 60% of students at University Park will take the bus to Shaver’s Creek at least once a semester.
Long-term
Goal: Increase overall attendance at Shaver’s Creek.
Objective: Three years after the program, there will be a 10% increase in the number of students at University Park utilizing Shaver’s Creek at least once a semester.
Assessment & Evaluation
Bus clicker system to record number of students taking the weekend bus shuttle
Conduct before and after surveys of participants in class to see how their knowledge has increased 32
Transportation: $200
Food: $200
Recruitment & Advertising
Offer free snacks
Print Shaver’s Creek stickers
Offer free transportation from HUB
Advertise
-posters in HUB, on CATA buses, and library
-bulletin boards in residence halls, and class buildings
External Factors
Other major events could be planned during same weekend
bad weather could hinder event activities and decrease attendance
Bus transportation on weekends for students could be cancelled in semesters after
program, hindering future use of the center