Outdoor recreation is a cornerstone of Mesa County's economy, supporting local businesses, creating jobs, attracting talent, and contributing to the quality of life that makes our communities vibrant places to live, work, and visit. As outdoor recreation continues to grow, so too does the complexity of managing the public lands and waters that make our region so special. Today's land managers must balance recreation with wildlife habitat, working landscapes, watershed health, conservation, natural resource development, wildfire resilience, and the needs of local communities. Successfully navigating these multiple uses requires thoughtful planning, collaboration, and informed decision-making.

True West: A Shared Vision for Outdoor Recreation in Mesa County is a community-driven planning effort to create a shared vision and practical roadmap for the future of outdoor recreation in Mesa County. Your feedback will help shape a long-term plan that reflects community values, supports economic vitality and quality of life, strengthens the resilience of our outdoor recreation economy, and helps ensure Mesa County's public lands continue to provide exceptional recreation experiences while sustaining the diverse resources and uses that make this place unique.

The survey will take approximately 10 minutes to complete. As a thank-you for participating, you'll be entered into a drawing to win one of three $50 gift cards, generously provided by The Gear Junction, REI, and Downtown Grand Junction.

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* 1. Which outdoor recreation activities do you participate in most often in Mesa County? (Select up to 5)

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* 2. In the past 12 months, how often have you participated in outdoor recreation activities in Mesa County?

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* 3. What outdoor recreation areas do you use most frequently in Mesa County? (Select up to 5)

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* 4. What do you value most about outdoor recreation in Mesa County today? (Select up to 3)

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* 5. What are your biggest concerns related to outdoor recreation in Mesa County? (Select up to 5)

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* 6. How accessible and welcoming do you feel outdoor recreation opportunities are for all Mesa County residents?

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* 7. If you selected "Somewhat Inaccessible" or "Very Inaccessible," to the previous question, please describe the barriers or challenges you believe limit access to outdoor recreation in Mesa County. What changes would help make outdoor recreation more welcoming and accessible for everyone?

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* 8. What barriers, if any, prevent you or your household from participating more in outdoor recreation? (Select all that apply)

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* 9. Which investments do you anticipate will be most needed over the next 10–15 years? (Select up to 5)

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* 10. How important is outdoor recreation to Mesa County’s economy?

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* 11. How important is outdoor recreation to Mesa County’s quality of life?

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* 12. How would you describe the current level of investment in outdoor recreation infrastructure, stewardship, and maintenance throughout Mesa County?

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* 13. How concerned are you about the long-term resilience of outdoor recreation and public lands in Mesa County?

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* 14. What principles should guide the future of outdoor recreation in Mesa County? (Select up to 5)

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* 15. What types of outdoor recreation-related businesses and services would you like to see expanded locally? (Select up to 3)

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* 16. What types of outdoor recreation-related workforce opportunities would you like to see expanded locally? (Select up to 3)

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* 17. Optional: Looking ahead 10–15 years, what would success look like for outdoor recreation in Mesa County?

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* 18. Optional: Please share any additional ideas, concerns, or opportunities you believe should be considered as part of True West: A Shared Vision for Outdoor Recreation in Mesa County.

Optional Demographic Information

To help us understand who we are reaching through this survey and identify any gaps in participation, please consider responding to the following questions.

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* 19. What is your age range?

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* 20. 2. Gender

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* 21. Which of the following best describes your race or ethnicity? Select all that apply.

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* 22. How many people live in your household, including yourself?

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* 23. How many children under the age of 18 live in your household?

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* 24. Do you or someone in your household have a disability, chronic health condition, or accessibility need that affects participation in outdoor recreation?

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* 25. What is your approximate total household income?

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* 26. Where do you live?

Optional Prize Drawing
For completing the survey, if you would like to be entered into a drawing for one of three $50 gift cards from The Gear Junction, REI and Downtown Grand Junction, please provide:

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* 27. Name & Email

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