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Browsing by Author "Erkkila, Daniel"

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    Bemidji area visitor profile study: Winter 2017-18 findings
    (2018) Qian, Xinyi; Erkkila, Daniel
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    Business Climate for Resorts
    (2016) Asche, Kelly; Pesch, Ryan; Erkkila, Daniel; Leonard, Nicholas
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    Developing a Community Brand: Approach and Methods for the Park Rapids Lakes Area Branding Study
    (University of Minnesota Tourism Center, 2017) Bussiere, Merritt; Pesch, Ryan; Asche, Kelly; Cook, Brenna; Vetsch, Tayler; Lalum, Nicole; Erkkila, Daniel
    Most community branding studies focus on the preferences of visitors and travelers, which of course, makes sense. The Center for Small Towns, UMN Extension, and partners in the Park Rapids Lakes Area wondered if a new brand could also incorporate shared values of mulitple stakeholders, including local residents.
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    Economic Impact and Social Benefits Study of Coldwater Angling in Minnesota
    (2002) Gartner, William C; Love, Lisa L; Erkkila, Daniel; Fulton, David C
    This study was conducted of anglers utilizing Minnesota’s northeast region cold-water fisheries in 2000-2001, and was based upon a staged mail-back questionnaire sent to anglers who had purchased a trout/salmon stamp from the Minnesota DNR. The purpose of this study was to investigate the economic and social benefits of coldwater angling participation in the state of Minnesota. Overall 10,297 questionnaires were mailed, and 3,029 returned for a response rate of 33%. Two null hypotheses guided this study: 1. There are no expenditure differences between the different types of coldwater angling investigated. 2. There are no experience differences between the different types of coldwater anglers. The survey looked at access points; bait used; species preferences; preference for fishing location; angler age, gender and education; trip distance; purpose of anglers’ trips; and numerous other behaviors and preferences. It also assessed the economic impact of anglers on local economies. The report notes that “fishing equipment was the largest expenditure in preparation for the trip ($12.57/person/day). Total expenditures at home were $33.90 per person per day. The largest expenses en route and onsite were lodging ($15.39/person/day), prepared food ($12.55/person/day), and gas ($12.70/person/day) totaling $71.31 per person daily. In sum, the typical coldwater angler spent $105.21/day. Overall, anglers were satisfied with their trip, and the quality, size and number of fish caught. The study concludes with the following findings: “There were many differences noted between the five different types of fishing investigated in this study. The differences were substantial, significant, and revealing. The evidence presented strongly argues for rejecting both of the null hypotheses used to guide this research. Therefore, we can state with a high degree of certainty that expenditure differences do exist for anglers between the different types of coldwater angling and that different experiences are sought by anglers engaging in different types of fishing. The research that allowed us to reject both null hypotheses also provides us with some interesting insights into other differences between anglers in the five different fishing types."
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    Economic Impacts from the Minnesota Zoo 2017
    (2018-03) Erkkila, Daniel
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    The Economic Importance and Marketing Strategies of Minnesota Bed and Breakfasts
    (2017) Riffe, Angela; Erkkila, Daniel; Messer, Cynthia
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    Economic Importance and Trends of Minnesota Bed and Breakfast Industry
    (University of Minnesota Tourism Center, 2017) Riffe, Angela; Erkkila, Daniel; Messer, Cynthia
    Our research provides a snapshot of the economic importance of bed and breakfasts to Minnesota’s statewide travel picture. We utilized a Qualtrics survey to collect 2015 sales, tax, and employment data from B&B locations across the state. In addition, we collected data on customer and marketing trends for the report.
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    Hibbing Memorial Building Economic Impact Study
    (2018) Erkkila, Daniel
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    Itasca Area Visitor Profile Study 2014-2015
    (University of Minnesota, 2016) Qian, Xinyi; Teng, Somongkol; Erkkila, Daniel
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    Itasca Area Visitor Profile: 2014 Final Report
    (University of Minnesota Extension, 2016-03-10) Erkkila, Daniel; Qian, Xinyi; Teng, Somongkol
    In 2014, Visit Grand Rapids, the convention and visitor bureau of the greater Grand Rapids area, collaborated with a variety of entities to fund a profile of visitors to the Itasca area from fall 2014 to summer 2015. Below is a summary of findings from the year—September 2014 through August 2015.
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    Itasca Area Visitor Profile: First Quarter Summary (Fall 2014)
    (University of Minnesota Extension, 2015-01) Qian, Xinyi; Erkkila, Daniel
    In 2014, Visit Grand Rapids, the Convention and Visitor Bureau in Grand Rapids, collaborated with a variety of entities to fund a profile of visitors to the Itasca area from fall 2014 to summer 2015. Below is a summary of first-quarter findings—fall 2014 (September through November 2014).
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    Itasca Area Visitor Profile: Fourth Quarter Summary (Summer 2015)
    (University of Minnesota Extension, 2016-01) Teng, Somongkol; Qian, Xinyi; Erkkila, Daniel
    In 2014, Visit Grand Rapids, the convention and visitor bureau in Grand Rapids, collaborated with a variety of entities to fund a profile of visitors to the Itasca area from fall 2014 to summer 2015. Below is a summary of findings of the fourth quarter—summer 2015 (June through August 2015).
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    Itasca Area Visitor Profile: Second Quarter Summary (Winter 2015)
    (University of Minnesota Extension, 2015-05) Teng, Somongkol; Qian, Xinyi; Erkkila, Daniel
    In 2014, Visit Grand Rapids, the convention and visitor bureau in Grand Rapids, collaborated with a variety of entities to fund a profile of visitors to the Itasca area from fall 2014 to summer 2015. Below is a summary of first-quarter findings—winter 2015 (December 2014 through February 2015).
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    Itasca Area Visitor Profile: Third Quarter Summary (Spring 2015)
    (University of Minnesota Extension, 2015-07) Teng, Somongkol; Qian, Xinyi; Erkkila, Daniel
    In 2014, Visit Grand Rapids, the convention and visitor bureau in Grand Rapids, collaborated with a variety of entities to fund a profile of visitors to the Itasca area from fall 2014 to summer 2015. Below is a summary of third-quarter findings —spring 2015 (March through May 2015).
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    Recommendations for Cass County Travel and Tourism BR&E Program
    (University of Minnesota, 1993-12) Morse, George; Gartner, William; Erkkila, Daniel; Kreag, Glenn; Beckman, Scott; Allen, Frank