recreationist

recreationist
/rek'ree ay"sheuh nist/, n.
1. a person who advocates that national parks, seashores, lakes, etc., be preserved in their natural state for recreation, farming, or scientific study.
2. a person who frequently enjoys outdoor recreation, as camping and hiking.
[1900-05; RECREATION + -IST]

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