Challenges and Management of National Parks

The video discusses national parks in the UK, introduced in 1949 to preserve the countryside and promote public leisure. It covers the locations of 15 national parks across England, Wales, and Scotland, highlighting their natural beauty and recreational opportunities. The video also addresses the challenges of managing diverse groups using the parks, such as farmers, visitors, and conservationists, and the problems of visitor impact, land ownership, and erosion. Solutions like footpath protection are suggested. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the channel.

What are the two main objectives of national parks in the UK?

• To preserve the countryside and promote public leisure

• To increase agricultural production and mining

• To promote urban development and tourism

• To support industrial growth and infrastructure

What is a honeypot site in the context of national parks?

• A location with many visitors within a national park

• A site with a high concentration of wildlife

• A site reserved for scientific research

• An area designated for honey production

How many national parks are there in England?

• 20

• 10

• 5

• 15

Which of the following is a national park in Scotland?

• Lake District

• Ken Gorns

• Yorkshire Dales

• Snowdonia

What is one of the challenges in managing national parks?

• Lack of natural beauty

• Excessive industrial activity

• Conflicts between different land users

• Scarcity of visitors

Who among the following is NOT typically involved in the use of national parks?

• Space agencies

• Holiday makers

• Mining companies

• Farmers

What is a common problem caused by too many visitors in national parks?

• Enhanced public facilities

• Improved local economy

• Increased wildlife population

• Damage to the environment

Why might house prices increase in national parks?

• Due to the decline in tourism

• As a result of government subsidies

• Because of the popularity of the surroundings

• Due to the construction of new roads

Which method is used to protect footpaths in national parks?

• Marking routes to direct visitors

• Building skyscrapers

• Encouraging off-road vehicles

• Planting exotic trees

What is the purpose of fencing off eroded paths temporarily?

• To allow them to recover

• To prevent wildlife from entering

• To create parking spaces

• To build new roads