Use of Nearshore Dive Sites by Recreational Dive Operations in Hawaii

摘要

A 1987 survey of 47 dive operations in Hawaii showed that a variety of dive sites were used throughout the islands. Operators selected particular sites for dive tours using a number of criteria. The relative importance of criteria varied from island to island, and from site to site. Site preferences were based on factors such as proximity, geological features, water conditions, diversity of marine life, and opportunity for underwater photography. The findings have implications for resource management with respect to managing popular dive sites. The paper summarizes selected findings from the study, especially those pertinent to resource management.