S2We studied the establishing and operation of five diversified outdoor recreation enterprises in Ohio in 1964. Our objectives were to determine: (1) how such businesses evolved, (2) the capital investment incurred, (3) the methods used to finance development, (4) the problems encountered during development, (5) changes the woners would make if developing their businesses again, (6) operating policies followed, (7) season and hours of operation, (8) fee systems employed, (9) promotional methods used, (10) and annual income and expenses.S3.

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