In depth interviews were conducted with amateur astronomers and birders. Results showed that the importance of early hobby experiences, and influence of significant others and informal and formal educational experiences on the development of the hobby. Differences by gender and motivations of astronomy and birding hobbyists are described.
M. Gail Jones (NC State University)
Tom Andre (Iowa State University)
Gina Chlders (NC State University)
Elysa Corin (NC State University)
Rebecca Hite (NC State University)
Thursday January 8, 2015 8:00am - 9:00am PST
Eugene
