Recommended Citation
Published in Journal of Leisure Research, Volume 43, Issue 4, January 1, 2011, pages 519-544.
NOTE: At the time of publication, the author Susan Houge Mackenzie was not yet affiliated with Cal Poly.
Abstract
This study integrated flow theory and reversal theory perspectives to investigate a potential range of flow states amongst adventure participants in a sequence of two studies. Study one was conducted with expert (n = 6) adventure participants via retrospective interviews, while study two collected prospective data from novice whitewater riversurfers (n = 10) via waterproof-surveys and head-mounted video cameras. These methods were used to evaluate previous conjectures that distinct 'serious' (telic) and 'playful' (paratelic) flow states may occur in adventure activities and to identify key characteristics which may underpin distinct flow states. Results highlighted qualitative differences amongst flow states, as well as suggesting that flow research in adventurous pursuits could benefit from the integration of reversal theory constructs.
Disciplines
Recreation, Parks and Tourism Administration
Copyright
2011 Sagamore.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/rpta_fac/36