Attitudes and Opinions about Natural Areas
1.

In the last 6 months, how often did you visit a natural area?
none
1-3 times
3-6 times
6-12 times
more than 12 times
2.

On average how much time do you like to spend in a natural area on a given day?
0 - 30 minutes
31 minutes - 1 hour
1 - 2 hours
2+ hours
3.

How close to your home would a natural area have to be in order to be convenient for you and/or your family to visit regularly?
0 - 1 miles
1 - 5 miles
5 - 25 miles
25+ miles
4.

What is the maximum amount you would be willing to pay (per person, per day) to enter a park or other natural area regularly?
$0
up to $5
up to $10
$10+
5.

How safe do you feel in natural areas?
very unsafe
unsafe
neutral
safe
very safe
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6.

How knowledgeable do you feel about natural areas?
not knowledgeable
neutral
knowledgeable
very knowledgeable
7.

How much do you agree with the following statement: "I feel that spending time in natural areas is important for a happier life."
strongly disagree
disagree
neutral
agree
strongly agree
8.

How much do you agree with the following statement: "I feel that spending time in natural areas is important for a healthier life."
strongly disagree
disagree
neutral
agree
strongly agree
9.

Which barriers, if any, most often prevent you from visiting natural areas?
saftey concerns
strangers
cost of natural areas
distance from my home
lack of information
lack of interest
lack of time
lack of someone to go with me
I don't feel confident in natural areas
I don't feel welcome in natural areas
language barriers
10.

How much do you agree with the following question: "My family and I spend enough time in natural areas."
strongly disagree
disagree
neutral
agree
strongly agree
11.

How important is it for children to visit natural areas regularly (several times a week).
not important
a little important
neutral
important
very important
12.

Which of these do you value as natural areas (you may choose more than one answer)?
city park
state park
backyard
garden
playground
schoolyard
greenbelt
neighborhood greenspace
demonstration farm
zoos
Other  
13.

What is your most important source for information about natural areas and/or nature-related activities? Please rank each choice with 1 being least valuable and 10 being most valuable.

(1 = Least)
 
television
websites
social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
books
newspapers & magazines
radio
fliers and posters
through the schools
through other institutions (such as churches, service groups, etc.)
speakers from nature-related places
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14.

How best could information about natural areas and nature-related activities be delivered to members of your community? Please rank each choice with 1 being least valuable and 10 being most valuable.

(1 = Least)
 
television
websites
social media (such as facebook, twitter, etc.)
books
newspapers & magazines
radio
fliers and posters
through the schools
through other institutions (such as churches, services groups, etc.)
speakers from nature-related places
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15.

How much do you agree with the following statement: "I feel that information about natural areas and nature-related activities is targeted towards people in my community."
strongly disagree
disagree
neutral
agree
strongly agree
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16.

 

How much do you agree with the following statement: "I feel that it is important that informaton about natural areas and nature-related activities be delivered by someone that shares a similar background (cultural, ethnic, economic) with me."

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strongly disagree
disagree
neutral
agree
strongly agree
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17.

How much do you agree with the following statement: "I think that it is important to have signs in natural areas in more than one language."
strongly disagree
disagree
neutral
agree
strongly agree
18.

How much do you agree with the following statement: "I believe that natural areas should have features (signs, statues, etc.) that highlight my ethnic and/or cultural background."
strongly disagree
disagree
neutral
agree
strongly agree
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19.

How much do you agree with the following statement: "I feel welcome at parks and other natural areas."
strongly disagree
disagree
neutral
agree
strongly agree
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20.

Please complete the following statement: "In general, natural areas should be maintained by________."
the landowner
volunteers from the local community
the government
not maintained (let nature take its course)
Other  
21.

Which of the following type of natural areas would you most like to see more of in your area?
city park
state park
nature center
garden
natural play area
trails
demonstration farm
greenbelts
zoo
Other  
22.

How important is community participation in the design of new natural areas?
not important
a little important
neutral
important
very important
23.

I typically travel to natural areas using:
personal vehicle
public transportation
walking
a bicycle
Other  
24.

How do you most often use natural areas and/or other outdoor areas?
I don't spend time outdoors
walking/hiking
exercise/sports
fishing or hunting
gardening
photography
enjoying nature/bird-watching
camping
Other  
25.

Which factor do you think is most important in getting members of your community to spend more time in natural areas?

(1 = Least)
 
location of natural areas
knowing where to find natural areas
knowing more about nature, wildlife, history, etc. of natural areas
affordability of natural areas
more focus on your culture at natural areas
greater presence of park rangers, security officers, etc.
more scheduled programs and events
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26.

When you visit natural areas how many family members and/or friends usually travel with you?
I don't visit natural areas
0
1 - 3
4 - 6
7+
27.

How much do you agree with the following statement: "Participating in nature-related activities is affordable."
stongly disagree
disagree
neutral
agree
strongly agree
28.

Please complete the following statement: "I enjoy visiting natural areas with______people already at the site."
very few
few
neutral
many
very many
29.

In the last 6 months, I have gone camping ____times?
none
1-3
3-6
6-12
more than 12 times
30.

Which of the following would most encourage you and/or your family to camp more often?

more camping areas closer to home
more affordable camping areas
more knowledge about camping
someone to show me how to better camp
owning more camping equipment
I have no interest in camping
31.

What is your age?
<25
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-65
65+
prefer not to answer
32.

What is your gender?
male
female
prefer not to answer
33.

How would you describe your ethnic heritage?
American-Indian/Alask-
an Native
Asian-American
Black/African-America-
n
Latino/Hispanic
Mixed hertiage
Pacific Islander
White
prefer not to answer
Other  
34.

What is your zip (postal) code?
Postal Code:

35.

Please share any additional comments or suggestions that you may have about using and enjoying natural areas.
 

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