Abstract
The purpose of this study was to clarify present conditions concerning environmental education at recreational facilities in Hyogo Prefecture and to propose possible solutions. We had interviews with the manager of each facility, instructors and participants of each education program to understand the types of facilities, the contents of activities, the instructional system, and the operation costs of facilities available for the program. In conclusion, the following suggestions are made for better environmental education at recreational facilities. The managers of facilities should 1) improve their outdoor areas for various learning objectives in accordance with regional characteristics, the location, 2) cooperate with volunteers and train enough instructors to run those activities, and 3) establish management systems of educational program.
