This paper introduces the National Outdoor Recreation Demand and Supply Assessment Study (LVVI) in Finland (Sievanen,1998). The project involves collecting statisics and maintaining databases on a continuous basis in order to monitor changes in people's participation in outdoor activities and behaviour patterns; as well as changes in the supply of recreation opportunities and the quality of services. At present, Finland lacks detailed statistics and information about the demand for outdoor recreation facilities. There is also a need for more information about the recreation resources provided by different agencies. A comprehensive database is needed in order to direct outdoor recreation policy appropriately.
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