In an effort to inform legislatures and forest administrators of the number
of equestrians who access the Shawnee, the STC would like to compile thiese
statistics. We have questions for those who have either moved to the area
or purchased land here; and for those who camp at local equestrian campgrounds.
In addition to recreating in the Shawnee, equestrians contribute more
to the local economy than many other users of the SNF. Equestrians spend
money in some or all of the following areas: camp grounds, gas stations,
restaurants, tack shops, feed stores, and most importantly the purchase
of property and the payment of property taxes.
Accurate and up to date equestrian user statistics are important information
for legislators and administrators to help with funding and appropriate
management decisions.
Please fill out the survey and help us collect equestrian user numbers
for the Shawnee Forest.
The first section has questions for those who have moved here or purchased
land here because of the riding opportunities in the SNF.
The second section has questions for those who stay at local equestrian
campgrounds for their access to the Shawnee.
We thank all of you who take the time to fill out this survey. Please
tell other equestrian users who might not know about this survey so we
can ensure all are included. This information will be distributed to governing
officials and posted on our website.