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Turnover was estimated as follows: 1. Method 1: Each type of tourism enterprise was allocated a size factor as an estimate of the level of turnover relative to the typical model, based on general experience of the team. 2. Method 2: As above, except that the size factor was estimated individually for each enterprise by members of one of the larger tourism companies (Dave van Smeerdijk and colleagues at Wilderness Safaris). 3. Method 3: Data were gathered on the number of beds, and the average prices of as many of the enterprises as possible. Average values were interpolated for budget camps, luxury camps, guesthouses and hunting camps. Occupancy rates were assumed to be 40% for hotels and budget camps, 35% for hunting camps, and 50 – 85% for luxury camps, based on discussions with camp operators. A portion of this turnover was then attributed to the delta. For hotels, this was assumed to be 25% (since they also attract considerable government business), for guesthouses, 60%, and for camps, 100% (since these are located within the delta). About 50% of turnover by mobile tour operators was assumed to be attributed to the delta, based on typical itineraries. Turnover values were divided into non-consumptive tourism, safari hunting tourism, and CBNRM. Total CBNRM turnover includes that of the lodges, camps in those areas, as well as that of community trusts (listed as 'Other CBNRM' income). Turnover in related sectors was estimated using ratios from a previous study of tourism in the area (FGU-Kronenberg 1988b). These ratios describe turnover of other items relative to camp turnover (Table 3-1). Direct value added was calculated based on the turnover to direct value added ratios in the enterprise models. Table 3-1 Estimated ratio of turnover of different tourism enterprises relative to safari lodges, based on a 1988 study of 70 financial statements in the tourism industry (Barnes et al. 1988) Type of enterprise Ratio of turnover relative to safari lodges Safari lodges 1.00 Mobile safaris 0.10 Tourist motels 0.66 Hotels 4.08 Safari hunting 0.84 Travel agents 2.48 Air charter 1.69 Restaurants 1.29 Bars/bottle stores 1.15 Airlines 12.10 3.3.2 Direct use value: Household use of resources The consumptive use of resources is usually either assessed by means of surveys of users or using monitoring data, which seldom exist in reliable form in developing country contexts (Eaton & Sarch 1997, Emerton 1998, Turpie et al. 1999). In this study, direct use values were estimated using social survey methods in conjunction with existing information in the published and unpublished literature, and in existing economic models. Questionnaire instruments were prepared in advance and refined during the planning meeting of February 2006. After the survey instruments were designed, team members then travelled to Shakawe to undertake a series of focus group meetings in Area 1 at Shakawe on the 20th of February 2006. Ten enumerators were trained over a period of 2.5 days (21 – 24th February 2006) to carry out the survey. After training, eight were selected to carry out surveys and a ninth was engaged to translate the questionnaire from English to Setswana and to also assist with translation in focus group meetings. The questionnaires were tested in Maun and then refined before data collection commenced. The focus groups and household surveys were undertaken from 26 February to the 8th of March 2006 under the supervision of two of the study team members. The itinerary for the focus group and household surveys is attached as Appendix 1. Information on household activities and use of natural resources was collected in three different ways: 18
3.3.2.1 Focus group discussions and key informant interviews Focus group discussions were held to collect information of a generally applicable nature, e.g. on seasonality, markets and prices, as well as to collect sufficient information to be able to make a preliminary quantitative estimates of natural resources harvesting and processing and associated economic values. Focus group discussions were held on several topics in each zone, as applicable: • (Men and women) Crops • (Men) Livestock • (Men) Fishing • (Men) Wood products, hunting and honey, and associated products • (Women) Medicinal and wild food plants, fuelwood, reeds, sedges, grasses, palms, clay and associated products Each group consisted of 5 to 6 people involved in the relevant activities. Discussions followed a questionnaire, but could deviate from this, or concentrate on a particular aspect, as appropriate. The basic structure of focus group discussions is outlined in Box 1. In addition to, and sometimes instead of, formal focus group discussions, informal discussions were held with members of the village on a variety of activities. Table 3-2 provides a summary of discussions held in the different zones. Box 1. General structure of Focus Group discussions FOCUS GROUP DISCUSSIONS A. Introductions The purpose of the discussion was explained, and members of the group were encouraged to be as open as possible about the issues to be discussed. B. Resource description All species of natural resources were named and described in detail, giving where they occur or are grown. Their treatment and uses were also described. C. Rules of access The group was asked to describe how households gain access to resources, and any limitations on use. D. Who is involved People were asked about the role of men, women and children in the production or harvest of the resource. E. Equipment The group was asked about the type of equipment used, its price, durability, and whether it is shared among households. F. Seasonality The group was usually first asked to describe seasonality in the availability and harvesting of certain resources. Some groups were also asked about seasonality of different agricultural activities (e.g. cultivating, harvesting). G. Returns to effort The group was asked how much could be harvested in a day or week during different times of year. H. Prices and inputs Selling prices were obtained for each resource and for products made from these resources. Natural resource inputs into crafts and other products were also quantified. I. Changes in availability Members of the group were asked to describe and explain changes in availability over time. 19
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