The fourth edition of Leisure Enhancement introduces recreation and leisure through concepts of leisure, historical influences, and theoretical explanations. This book also discusses the application of theory to enhance leisure wellness. Further, it examines leisure throughout the life cycle, recreation for special populations, and outdoor recreation and natural resource lands.

This book fosters a better understanding of personal and societal leisure behavior; facilitates the application of theories, concepts, and data to improve personal leisure well-being; and broadens perspectives on leisure and enable adaptation to future changes.

The authors have taught at the higher education level. They have also published several textbooks and many articles, primarily on the topic of recreation and aging. The contributors have a range of professional experiences from professor, to dance instructor, to consultant on futures forecasting.