Border to Border Trail User Survey

The Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission is interested in your thoughts about your experiences on the Border to Border (B2B) Trail; specifically we are interested in better understanding how you access the B2B Trail, how you use non-motorized trails and your trail preferences. Please include your contact information if you would like to be entered to win a Border to Border Trail trucker hat. Your contact information will not be shared with others. One user per survey form please.

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* 1. Gender

Female

Male

Non-binary

Prefer not to say

Prefer to self-describe:

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* 2. Age:

18 and under

19 – 25

26 – 35

36 – 45

46 – 55

56 – 65

66 – 75

76 and older

Prefer not to say

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* 3. Race:

American Indian or Alaskan Native

Asian

Black or African American

Native Hawaiian

Other Pacific Islander

White

Prefer to self-describe:

None of the above

Prefer to self-describe:

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* 4. What is your zip code?

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* 5. Generally, how often do you use the Border-to-Border Trail?

Once a year

A few times a year

Once a month

A couple times a month

Once a week

More than once a week

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* 6. Average number of miles traveled on the B2B Trail per visit:

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* 7. Average number of hours spent on B2B Trail per visit:

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* 8. How do you primarily travel to get to the B2B Trail?

Car or another motorized vehicle

Bicycle

Public Transportation

Walk/run/jog

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* 9. Which is your most frequently used segment of B2B Trail?

Ypsilanti Area

Ann Arbor

Dexter-Ann Arbor

Mill Creek/Hudson Mills

Chelsea-Dexter Road

Chelsea-Stockbridge (M-52)

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* 10. Which is your favorite segment of B2B Trail?

Ypsilanti Area

Ann Arbor

Dexter-Ann Arbor

Mill Creek/Hudson Mills

Chelsea-Dexter Road

Chelsea-Stockbridge (M-52)

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* 11. What is your main reason for using the B2B Trail? (Select all that apply)

Recreation/Social

Health & Wellness

Athletic event training

Transportation/Commuting

Other (please specify)

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* 12. What activities do you do on the B2B Trail? (Select all that apply)

Walking/Hiking

Biking

Jogging/Running

Inline skating

Wheelchair use

Cross Country Skiing

Wildlife Viewing

Socialize with friends and/or family

Snowshoeing

Pet-Walking

Photography/Painting/Art

Fishing/Hunting Access

Other (please specify)

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* 13. What experiences or amenities would encourage you explore beyond your typical B2B Trail route? (Select all that apply)

Museums/Cultural Sites

River/Water Recreation

Boat Launch Access

Events

Mountain Biking

Hiking/Backpacking

Local Shops

Local Dining

Breweries/Distilleries

Central Business District/Main Street

Sightseeing Tours

Other (please specify)

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* 14. What do you typically purchase during your trips? (Select all that apply)

Beverages

Ice Cream/Snack Food

Recreational Equipment/Bike/Rental/Repair Services

Transportation (shuttling/Taxi Service)

Meals

Clothing/Souvenirs

Other (please specify)

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* 15. How do you typically find out about businesses or attractions in towns that you are visiting on your trip? (Select all that apply)

Internet & Social Media

Google Maps (or other online map provider)

Newspaper

Local Trail Guide

Local Bike Shop

Travel Apps (TripAdvisor/Yelp/Other)

Word of Mouth

Business Storefront/Signage

Roadside Signage

Visitor/Welcome Center

Trail Side Kiosk/Informational Board

Other (please specify)

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* 16. Listed below are trail characteristics people often consider when deciding which trails to visit. Please consider the following characteristics and choose the number that best indicates how important it is to you when considering a visit to a non-motorized trail. (5 point Likert scale: 1 - Not important 5 - Extremely Important)

	1 - Not Important	2	3	4	5 - Extremely Important
Information on-site about the trail	Information on-site about the trail 1 - Not Important	Information on-site about the trail 2	Information on-site about the trail 3	Information on-site about the trail 4	Information on-site about the trail 5 - Extremely Important
Information available on a website about the trail	Information available on a website about the trail 1 - Not Important	Information available on a website about the trail 2	Information available on a website about the trail 3	Information available on a website about the trail 4	Information available on a website about the trail 5 - Extremely Important
Connectivity between other parks and trails	Connectivity between other parks and trails 1 - Not Important	Connectivity between other parks and trails 2	Connectivity between other parks and trails 3	Connectivity between other parks and trails 4	Connectivity between other parks and trails 5 - Extremely Important
Connectivity to bike lanes, sidewalks, etc	Connectivity to bike lanes, sidewalks, etc 1 - Not Important	Connectivity to bike lanes, sidewalks, etc 2	Connectivity to bike lanes, sidewalks, etc 3	Connectivity to bike lanes, sidewalks, etc 4	Connectivity to bike lanes, sidewalks, etc 5 - Extremely Important
Connectivity to commercial areas (food, shopping, etc.)	Connectivity to commercial areas (food, shopping, etc.) 1 - Not Important	Connectivity to commercial areas (food, shopping, etc.) 2	Connectivity to commercial areas (food, shopping, etc.) 3	Connectivity to commercial areas (food, shopping, etc.) 4	Connectivity to commercial areas (food, shopping, etc.) 5 - Extremely Important
Proximity to home	Proximity to home 1 - Not Important	Proximity to home 2	Proximity to home 3	Proximity to home 4	Proximity to home 5 - Extremely Important
Personal Safety	Personal Safety 1 - Not Important	Personal Safety 2	Personal Safety 3	Personal Safety 4	Personal Safety 5 - Extremely Important
Cleanliness	Cleanliness 1 - Not Important	Cleanliness 2	Cleanliness 3	Cleanliness 4	Cleanliness 5 - Extremely Important
Good Maintenance (vegetation management, pavement condition, etc.)	Good Maintenance (vegetation management, pavement condition, etc.) 1 - Not Important	Good Maintenance (vegetation management, pavement condition, etc.) 2	Good Maintenance (vegetation management, pavement condition, etc.) 3	Good Maintenance (vegetation management, pavement condition, etc.) 4	Good Maintenance (vegetation management, pavement condition, etc.) 5 - Extremely Important
Accessibility for people with disabilities	Accessibility for people with disabilities 1 - Not Important	Accessibility for people with disabilities 2	Accessibility for people with disabilities 3	Accessibility for people with disabilities 4	Accessibility for people with disabilities 5 - Extremely Important
Natural Surroundings	Natural Surroundings 1 - Not Important	Natural Surroundings 2	Natural Surroundings 3	Natural Surroundings 4	Natural Surroundings 5 - Extremely Important
River access	River access 1 - Not Important	River access 2	River access 3	River access 4	River access 5 - Extremely Important
Presence of wildlife	Presence of wildlife 1 - Not Important	Presence of wildlife 2	Presence of wildlife 3	Presence of wildlife 4	Presence of wildlife 5 - Extremely Important
Peaceful and quiet setting	Peaceful and quiet setting 1 - Not Important	Peaceful and quiet setting 2	Peaceful and quiet setting 3	Peaceful and quiet setting 4	Peaceful and quiet setting 5 - Extremely Important
Benches, tables, or shelters for resting and/or picnicking	Benches, tables, or shelters for resting and/or picnicking 1 - Not Important	Benches, tables, or shelters for resting and/or picnicking 2	Benches, tables, or shelters for resting and/or picnicking 3	Benches, tables, or shelters for resting and/or picnicking 4	Benches, tables, or shelters for resting and/or picnicking 5 - Extremely Important
Availability of parking	Availability of parking 1 - Not Important	Availability of parking 2	Availability of parking 3	Availability of parking 4	Availability of parking 5 - Extremely Important
Availability of restrooms	Availability of restrooms 1 - Not Important	Availability of restrooms 2	Availability of restrooms 3	Availability of restrooms 4	Availability of restrooms 5 - Extremely Important
Availability of trash cans	Availability of trash cans 1 - Not Important	Availability of trash cans 2	Availability of trash cans 3	Availability of trash cans 4	Availability of trash cans 5 - Extremely Important
Availability of drinking water	Availability of drinking water 1 - Not Important	Availability of drinking water 2	Availability of drinking water 3	Availability of drinking water 4	Availability of drinking water 5 - Extremely Important
Information on-site about nature	Information on-site about nature 1 - Not Important	Information on-site about nature 2	Information on-site about nature 3	Information on-site about nature 4	Information on-site about nature 5 - Extremely Important
Information on-site about local history	Information on-site about local history 1 - Not Important	Information on-site about local history 2	Information on-site about local history 3	Information on-site about local history 4	Information on-site about local history 5 - Extremely Important

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* 17. How would you describe the B2B Trail to a friend?

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* 18. Is there anything else you'd like us to know about the B2B trail and how we can make your experience better?

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* 19. If you'd like to be entered to win fun prizes for completing this survey, please provide your email information below:

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