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West Virginia Statewide Trails Plan Framework Survey

Introduction

The State of West Virginia last published a comprehensive Statewide Trails Plan in 2002. In the decades since, trail use, community needs, and regional opportunities have evolved. WV TRAIL, a statewide advocacy organization dedicated to non-motorized trails, is leading the effort to renew the plan. The goal is to develop a forward-looking blueprint that empowers trail advocates, land managers, planners, and decision-makers to advance trail connectivity, access, and impact across the state.

This initiative is part of a broader statewide effort to renew the plan. WV TRAIL is conducting stakeholder interviews, reviewing trail plans from other states, and hosting Regional Workshops across the state this fall to gather input directly from communities. This survey is available and open to everyone — including trail users, builders, conservation groups, local businesses, government agencies, and anyone impacted by trails. Whether or not you attend a workshop, we invite you to take 10 minutes to share your thoughts and help shape the future of trails in West Virginia.
Trail Usage
1.Which best describes you?(Required.)
2.Which best describes you?(Required.)
3.The primary purpose of this survey is to learn about interests related to non-motorized trails, but we want to hear from motorized trail users as well. Which best describes you?(Required.)
4.What is your primary non-motorized trail activity?(Required.)
5.What is your main reason for using non-motorized trails?(Required.)
6.Trails can be used to connect to places, such as work or school. If you use trails for connecting, where do you connect? Select all that apply.(Required.)
7.In what ways have you observed your community benefiting from trails? (Select your top three)(Required.)
8.What barriers do you think are most present in West Virginia communities when it comes to trails? Whoever you are and whatever your role, we would like to have your response. Select all that apply.(Required.)
9.Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statements.
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neither agree or disagree
Agree
Strongly Agree
“Trails contribute to my community’s liveability
“Trails significantly contribute to my community’s quality of place"
“Trails in my area are easy to access”