Identification of observed factors that predict bather water-immersions at beaches

Damian Joseph Morgan, Joan Ozanne-Smith

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Abstract

Coastal managers require accurate and relevant visitor information to manage visitor s leisure and recreation experiences. The study reports the development of a predictive model of bather water-immersions at selected beaches in Victoria, Australia for the daily peak-bathing period. Criterion variable data were collected over two summer periods to provide external validation. Predictor variables were observed on site or from secondary data. Results showed a statistically significant model meeting the required assumptions: Adjusted R2=0.65: F2, 292=270.50, p
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)180 - 183
Number of pages4
JournalOcean and Coastal Management
Volume84
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2013

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