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Crawford County Joint Recreation Plan Community Survey
The Crawford County Planning Commission is seeking input on future recreation planning as it updates the Joint 5-Year Recreation Plan that includes Crawford County, South Branch Township, Lovells Township and Grayling Charter Township.
1.
What is your connection to Crawford County?
Full-time resident
Part-time resident
Property owner (non-resident)
I work in the local area
Visitor
Other (please specify)
2.
Where do you live or own property in Crawford County?
Beaver Creek Township
City of Grayling
Frederic Township
Grayling Charter Township
Lovells Township
Maple Forest Township
South Branch Township
Other (please specify)
3.
Please indicate your property interest within Crawford County. (Check all that apply.)
Own a home
Rent
Own property
Own a business/business property
None of the above
Other (please specify)
4.
How long have you lived or owned property in Crawford County?
<5 years
5-14 years
15-19 years
20+ years
None of the above
5.
What are the ages of your household members? (Check all that apply.)
0-5 years
6-12 years
13-19 years
20-39 years
40-59 years
60+ years
6.
Parks and recreation are important to my quality of life.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly disagree
7.
Which facilities do you use most often? (Check all that apply.)
Ball fields/courts
Beaches
Campgrounds
Boat access sites
Canoe/kayak access sites
Fishing access sites
Motorized trails
Non-motorized trails
Roadside parks
State park
Township/City parks
None
Other (please specify)
8.
How many times a year do you utilize the following recreational facilities or areas?
0
1-5
6-10
11-20
21+
Hanson Hills Recreation Area
0
1-5
6-10
11-20
21+
Crawford County Sports Plex (fairgrounds)
0
1-5
6-10
11-20
21+
Grayling Fish Hatchery
0
1-5
6-10
11-20
21+
Wakely Bridge Canoe Landing
0
1-5
6-10
11-20
21+
Grayling Charter Township Park
0
1-5
6-10
11-20
21+
Douglas Park
0
1-5
6-10
11-20
21+
Neumann's Landing/Lovells Bridge Access Site
0
1-5
6-10
11-20
21+
Crossroads Park
0
1-5
6-10
11-20
21+
9.
Which season(s) do you use recreation facilities/areas? (Check all that apply.)
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
All
None
10.
On a scale of 1 (low) to 5 (high), how would you rate each aspect of the following recreational facilities or areas?
Hanson Hills Recreation Area
Crawford County Sports Plex (fairgrounds)
Grayling Fish Hatchery
Wakely Bridge Canoe Landing
Grayling Charter Township Park
Douglas Park
Neumann's Landing/Lovells Bridge Access Site
Crossroads Park
Amount of open/natural space
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Seating areas/benches
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Safety/security and lighting
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Restroom facilities
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Accessibility for all (ADA)
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Outdoor exercise equipment
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Picnic areas
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Available amenities
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Ease of parking
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Play equipment
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
Park maintenance
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
11.
Which activities do you and your family enjoy? (Check all that apply.)
Archery
Basketball
Biking
Bird/nature viewing
BMX bikes
Boating
Camping
Canoeing/kayaking
Concerts
Cross-country skiing
Dancing
Disc golf
Downhill skiing
Fairs/festivals
Fishing
Football
Golfing
Hockey
Horseback riding
Horseshoes
Hunting
Ice fishing
Ice skating
Museums
ORV/ATV
Pickleball
Picnicking
Playgrounds
Running/jogging
Skateboarding
Skeet/target shooting
Snowmobiling
Snoeshoeing
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Theater (live stage)
Tubing
Volleyball
Water skiing
Walking/Hiking
Water skiing
None
Other (please specify)
12.
What other recreational activities and facilities/areas do you utilize in surrounding communities?
13.
What barriers prevent you from using recreation facilities more often? (Check all that apply.)
Distance
Lack of time
Lack of awareness
Accessibility limitations
Lack of transportation
Safety concerns
Cost
Other (please specify)
14.
Are there specific waterfront access points that need improvement? Please explain.
Yes
No
Unsure
Other (please specify)
15.
Who should invest in facilities that support recreation tourism?
County
Township
City
All
Other (please specify)
16.
What waterfront improvements are most needed? (Check all that apply.)
Signage and wayfinding
Boat launch upgrades
Water quality protection
Seating/shaded areas
More access points
ADA accessibility
Parking expansion
Restrooms
Picnic areas
Fishing piers
Boardwalks
None
Other (please specify)
17.
What should be the highest priority for recreation facilities over the next five years?
Maintain amenities
Update amenities
Expand amenities
Develop new amenities
None of the above/not a priority
Please explain.
18.
Are you interested in bike lane expansions on major roadways across Crawford County?
Yes
No
Unsure
19.
Are you interested in a dedicated area to safely fly or operate remote-controlled recreational items?
Yes
No
Unsure
20.
Would you be interested in any of the following recreational safety classes, if offered? (Check all that apply.)
Boater safety
Bow hunting safety
Hunter safety
Off-road safety
Rifle safety
Snowmobile safety
None of the above
Other (please specify)
21.
What trail improvements are most needed? (Check all that apply.)
Motorized Trails
Non-Motorized Trails
Better maintenance
Motorized Trails
Non-Motorized Trails
Trailhead parking
Motorized Trails
Non-Motorized Trails
Improved winter grooming
Motorized Trails
Non-Motorized Trails
Signage and mapping
Motorized Trails
Non-Motorized Trails
Expanded connections
Motorized Trails
Non-Motorized Trails
Seating/shade areas
Motorized Trails
Non-Motorized Trails
Restrooms at trailheads
Motorized Trails
Non-Motorized Trails
None
Motorized Trails
Non-Motorized Trails
Unsure
Motorized Trails
Non-Motorized Trails
Comment (Please specify Motorized or Non-Motorized)
22.
Are there specific improvements that would most benefit
RESIDENTS
in Crawford County? (Check all that apply.)
Improved boat launch access/maintenance
Additional seating and shaded areas
Tennis court/Pickleball court
Outdoor exercise equipment
More picnic areas and shelters
Play equipment upgrades
More ADA accessible equipment
More community events
Winter sports (skating, hockey, cross-country skiing)
Expanded fishing areas or amenities
More walking and biking paths
Ball fields/Courts
Experiential nature park amenities
Restroom facility upgrades
Community garden
Enhanced lighting and safety features
Improved signage and wayfinding
Specific suggestion:
23.
Are there specific improvements that would most benefit local
BUSINESSES
? (Check all that apply.)
Improved walkability
Seasonal activities that extend visitor stays
Trail systems that link to commercial areas
Wayfinding signage highlighting nearby businesses
More community events and festivals to draw visitors
Improved connections between recreation areas and business districts
Bike-friendly infrastructure that supports access to businesses (bike stands, etc.)
Pop-up retail or food vendor opportunities at recreation sites
Specific suggestion:
24.
Are there specific
YOUTH
activities you'd like to see in Crawford County? (Check all that apply.)
After-school recreation programs
Improved playgrounds and equipment
Art and music programs
Youth sports leagues and clinics
Indoor recreation activities
Summer programs
Summer swim lessons/aquatic programs
Nature-based programs
Winter programs
Specific suggestion:
25.
Are there specific
ADULT
activities you'd like to see in Crawford County? (Check all that apply.)
Expanded fitness/wellness programs
Recreation events (runs, tournaments)
Evening and weekend recreation programs
More adult sports leagues
Outdoor fitness equipment
Community recreation classes
Walking/hiking club
Winter programs
Recreational interest group meet-ups
Specific suggestion:
26.
Are there specific
FAMILY
activities you'd like to see in Crawford County? (Check all that apply.)
Enhanced picnic areas and shelters
Summer concert series
Family fitness classes/challenges
Community events and festivals
Multi-age recreation programs
Accessible playgrounds
Outdoor movie nights
Fun runs
Winter programs
Specific suggestion:
27.
Are there specific
SENIOR
activities you'd like to see in Crawford County? (Check all that apply.)
Walking groups
Wellness and health education programs
Low-impact fitness classes
Senior-focused social clubs
Guided nature walks
Outdoor nature education programs
Winter programs
Specific suggestion:
28.
How do you prefer to receive information regarding parks and recreation updates/offerings? (Check all that apply.)
Email
Social media
Radio
Websites
Word of mouth
Newspaper
Community flyers
Local government
Other (please specify)
29.
Do you have any additional comments regarding recreational planning?