The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) would like to know what you think about outdoor recreation programs and facilities. RIDEM is currently developing an update to the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) that will reflect the needs and priorities of communities across the state and establish a roadmap for implementation over the next five years. We look forward to your feedback and participation in this process.
If you would like to be entered into a drawing for a RI State Beach Pass for completing this survey, please see the last question and provide your email address.
About You/Demographics (optional)

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* 1. Please indicate your zip code:

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* 2. Please indicate your age:

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* 3. With which gender do you most identify?

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* 4. With which race/ethnic background do you most identify?

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* 5. Which category best represents your total annual household income before taxes?

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* 6. Check all age groups that live in your household: (Select all that apply)

Programs & Facilities

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* 7. Choose the top three (3) activities that you and/or your family have participated in over the last five (5) years in Rhode Island:

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* 8. Which of the following outdoor programs and services would you like to see more of: (Select all that apply)

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* 9. What type of amenities would enhance your experience when accessing parks and outdoor recreational areas: (Select all that apply)

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* 10. How do you usually get to the parks or outdoor recreation facilities you frequent?

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* 11. How often do you visit outdoor recreation areas?

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* 12. What do you believe to be the greatest threat to the future of outdoor recreation: (Select your top three (3) choices)

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* 13. What are the reasons that keep you from using outdoor recreation areas more often: (Select all that apply)

Communications

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* 14. When seeking information on outdoor recreation in Rhode Island, which do you use the most: (Select Top Choice)

Investing in the Future

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* 15. Which of the following should receive the highest priority for investment:(Select Top Choice)

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* 16. Please rate your level of agreement with each of the following statements: (on a scale from 1 to 5, where 1 is Strongly Disagree and 5 is Strongly Agree)

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Having access to organized guided outdoor recreation programs would increase my participation in outdoor recreation.
I worry about how a changing climate is going to impact my future outdoor experiences.
I am concerned that our youth are not spending enough time outdoors.
I participate in outdoor recreation to improve my health.
I would like to participate more in outdoor activities.
Outdoor recreation is an essential part of my life.
Increasing the availability of affordable recreation programs at local parks and recreation centers for families of all income levels should be a goal of my local government.
I can safely access a trail within 15 minutes of where I live.
I can safely walk to a public park from my home.

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* 17. Please indicate which of the following programs or activities you would like to see more of: (Select all that apply)

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* 18. If you would like to be entered into a drawing for a 2025 RI State Beach Pass for completing this survey, please enter your email address below. To learn more about this giveaway click here: https://riparks.ri.gov/scorp-incentive

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