Alan Graefe

Alan Graefe is a Professor in the Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management at The Pennsylvania State University's College of Health and Human Development. He actively participates in research groups focused on Outdoor Recreation, Protected Area, and Environmental Education and the Travel and Tourism Research Group.

• Ph.D. from Texas A&M University
• Contact: gyu@psu.edu

Research Interests: His work centers on outdoor recreation behavior and management, examining the human dimensions of natural resources. He investigates water-based recreation carrying capacity and strategies for sustainable protected area management, with a focus on environmental education frameworks.

Projects: Current research includes optimizing recreational use in natural environments while balancing conservation goals, particularly in aquatic ecosystems. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address tourism impacts on public lands.

Office: 701J Donald H. Ford Building, University Park, PA 16802 | Phone: 814-863-8986 | Fax: 814-867-1751