Babyboomers

Paper Summary:

The paper discusses a proposal to study the needs of babyboomers and the fact many of these individuals, due to their personal interests, are demanding requests for outdoor leisure and recreational activities that meet the needs of an aging population. The paper notes that due to the differences within the babyboomer population, not all of these individuals have the same needs. The paper explains that the proposed study will discuss the percentage breakdown of those who want such activities versus those who do not. Such information will help the U.S. as a whole, and organizations more specifically, better meet the needs of this huge demographic.

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Abstract
Introduction
Hypothesis
Methodology
Budget
Literature Review

From the Paper:

"These babyboomers related closely with their favorite toys and trends, which were promoted in the fast growing media. Television, which started out as a novelty, soon became a "must have" in homes. The boomers also began showing their defiant side with the strong following of rock groups. The babyboomers were also influenced by the fear of nuclear war. The Soviet Union challenged U.S. scientific superiority by launching the world's first satellite in 1957, while students were trained how to quickly sit under their desks in case of a bomb and watched news stories about building bomb shelters in back yards. "bstarct

Sample of Sources Used:

• Adtkins, D. (1994) The Leisure of the Aging: We've Only Just Begun Illinois Parks & Recreation. Retrieved February 22, 2008 http://www.lib.niu.edu/ipo/1994/ip941128.html
• Blanding, C. (1994) The changing face of outdoor enthusiasts - senior citizens. Parks & Recreation. Retrieved February 22, 2008. http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m1145/is_n8_v29/ai_15769902/pg_1
• Cauchon, D. (May 21, 2007) Generation Gap? About $200,000, USA Today, May 21, 2007, p. 1A. .
• Feinsod, R. et al. (2005), The Business Case for Workers 50+, AARP, Retrieved February 22, 2008 http://assets.aarp.org/rgcenter/econ/workers_fifty_plus.pdf
• Fetterman, M (June 26, 2006) Retirement Unfolds in Five Stages for Hearty Boomers, USA Today 1B.

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