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Sudbury Watershed Public Access Survey 2020
Survey closes December 31, 2019
1.
Please tell us what describes your affiliation with DCR Sudbury Watershed lands (please check all that apply):
Watershed resident
Non watershed resident
Abutter to DCR Sudbury watershed lands
Municipal official
Member of local organization. If so, what is the name of the organization?
Sudbury map
2.
What age group do you belong to?
Under 18
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65+
3.
Please tell us the zip code that you live in.
4.
On average, how many days per season do you utilize DCR Sudbury Watershed lands?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Seasons
-- Select an option --
0
1-5
6-10
>10
-- Select an option --
0
1-5
5-10
>10
-- Select an option --
0
1-5
5-10
>10
-- Select an option --
0
1-5
5-10
>10
5.
When do you mostly use DCR Sudbury Watershed lands?
Weekday
Weekend
Time
-- Select an option --
day
evening
both
-- Select an option --
day
evening
both
6.
What passive recreation activities do you use DCR Sudbury Watershed lands for? (check all that apply)
Fishing
Hiking/walking
Cross country skiing/snowshoeing
Picnicking/relaxing
Geocaching/letterboxing
Photography/nature study/bird watching
Other (please specify)
7.
Of the above, what is the PRIMARY type of passive recreation you use DCR Sudbury Watershed lands for?
8.
While on DCR Sudbury Watershed lands, would you know who to contact in case of an emergency or water/environmental issue?
Yes
No
If yes, who is this contact?
9.
While on DCR Sudbury Watershed lands, is it clear what is allowed and what is prohibited?
Yes
No
10.
When looking for information on DCR Sudbury Watershed rules, regulations or general information, where do you find the answers?
Signage
Mass.gov website
google
Ask a DCR employee
Other (please specify)
11.
Did you find the information that you were looking for?
Yes
No
12.
Have you ever used the DCR website to find out information about the Sudbury Watershed?
Yes
No
13.
Did you find what you were looking for?
Yes
No
14.
How can the website be improved?
15.
Are you aware that DCR Rangers patrol DCR Sudbury Watershed lands?
Yes
No
16.
If yes, have you had the opportunity to talk with a ranger?
Yes
No
17.
Are you aware that DCR Sudbury Watershed staff offer free educational programs?
Yes
No
18.
If yes, have you attended a program?
Yes
No
Please list a topic that you would be interested in learning about
19.
Do you fish at Sudbury Reservoir?
Yes
No
20.
If yes, do you belong to a sportsmen's association?
Yes
No
21.
How do you usually purchase your fishing license?
Mass Wildlife office
Walmart/other stores
Other
22.
As a fisherman, are you aware of the types and impacts of Aquatic Invasive Species?
Yes
No
23.
Have you observed a violation of DCR Sudbury Watershed rules and regulations while on our property?
Yes
No
24.
While on DCR Sudbury Watershed lands, how often have you encountered the following: Part I
Dog walking
Swimming or wading
Feeding ducks or geese
Biking
Snowmobiling/ATVs
Issue
-- Select an option --
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
-- Select an option --
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
-- Select an option --
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
-- Select an option --
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
-- Select an option --
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
25.
While on DCR Sudbury Watershed lands, how often have you encountered the following?: Part II
Visitor consuming alcohol/drugs
Boating
Camp fires
Camping
Drones
Issue
-- Select an option --
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
-- Select an option --
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
-- Select an option --
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
-- Select an option --
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
-- Select an option --
Often
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
26.
What area of the DCR Sudbury Watershed do you frequent most?
27.
Once through DCR Sudbury gates, is our trail system easy to follow?
Yes
No
28.
Please tell us about one aspect of the DCR Sudbury Watershed that you really like.
29.
Please tell us about one aspect of the DCR Sudbury Watershed that you would change if given the chance.
30.
Is there anything else that you would like to tell us?
31.
The next questions will help DCR-DWSP gain an understanding of the level of knowledge about general watershed protection to be able to provide public educational programs in the Sudbury Reservoir Watershed.
32.
Do you think that the water in storm drains and catch basins is treated before it flows into rivers, lakes and streams?
Yes
No
33.
Are you familiar with the term Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4)?
Yes
No
34.
Do you currently pick up after your pet on walks and in your yard?
Yes
No
If no, is there a reason why?
35.
Which of the following do you believe has the most impact on water quality in the reservoir?
Sand from construction sites
Pet waste
Agricultural sites
Fertilizing lawns
Automobile leaks
Other (please specify)
36.
During the winter months which of the following do you use on your property to combat snow and ice?
Just Sand
Straight Salt
Ice Melt
Calcium Chloride
Wood Ash
Kitty Litter
Other (please specify)
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