5 ) However , in-person programs are still needed and preferred by many . While we recommend increasing virtual offerings , in-person classes are still beneficial , and not just for new anglers and hunters . We found some evidence to indicate that in-person events may be preferred when both the time and location are convenient for attendees . For example , among folks that have taken both types of events , almost everyone identified events with some in-person component as matching their learning style better .
Furthermore , nearly half of respondents said they are unlikely to take a virtual event at all . Specific reasons for not having taken a virtual event varied . Although many respondents expressed concerns about effectiveness or reservations about the format , many also expressed surprise that virtual events existed , indicating their lack of participation may be due to limited marketing and promotion by the organizers .
Reasons respondents indicated why they did not take a virtual event .
I don ’ t think it would be as effective I ’ m interested , I just didn ’ t know these types of courses existed
I have no interest in taking a virtual course Other
These is no virtual option for the topics that interest me I would have taken one , but my state doesn ’ t offer virtual courses
0 % 10 % 20 % 30 %
Many also expressed surprise that virtual events existed , indicating their lack of participation may be due to limited marketing .
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