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Michael Campbell is a Professor in the Department of Environment and Geography at the University of Manitoba, part of the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources. He holds a Ph.D. in Geography and Planning from the University of Waterloo (1996), an M.A. in Geography from the University of Manitoba (1986), and a B.A. in Geography from the University of Manitoba (1980).
Research Focus: Dr. Campbell investigates relationships between nature-based tourism, outdoor recreation, and environmental conservation. Key areas include:
- Mitigating tourism impacts in natural ecosystems
- Human-wildlife conflict resolution (e.g., Manitoba's 'Bear Smart' initiative)
- Community-based tourism as a conservation tool in Uganda/Tanzania
- Park management strategies and visitor experience optimization
Publication Trends: His recent work centers on sustainable tourism development, wildlife management methodologies, and community livelihood enhancement through education partnerships, with strong applications in North American and African contexts.
Field Programs: Directs ongoing field courses in Banff National Park facilitating student research collaborations with Parks Canada.
