Corps of Engineers Civil Works Questionnaires Generic Clearance

CAMPGROUND QUESTIONNAIRE

(Mail Survey)

OMB 0710-0001

Expires: 30 September 2012

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CAMPGROUND QUESTIONNAIRE

SECTION A. In this section we are interested in learning about your camping activities during the last 12 months and the factors that influence where you go camping.

1. Including this trip, about how many camping trips did you personally take during the last 12 months? (Please Check Only One Item)

A.  1 trip D.  4 to 6 trips

B.  2 trips E.  7 to 10 trips

C.  3 trips F.  more than 10 trips

2. About how many total nights did you personally spend camping during the last 12 months? (Please  Only One Item)

A.  1 to 2 nights D.  11 to 20 nights

B.  3 to 5 nights E.  21 to 30 nights

C.  6 to 10 nights F.  more than 30 nights

3. What recreational activities did you or other members of your camping party participate in while camping during the last 12 months?

(Please X All Items that Apply)

1. relaxing 12.  windsurfing/sailboarding

2. swimming 13.  motor boating

3. walking/hiking 14.  sailing

4. driving for pleasure 15.  waterskiing

5. sunbathing 16.  fishing

6. picnicking 17.  volleyball

7. observing/photographing 18.  softball/baseball/frisbee

wildlife or nature 19.  soccer/football

8. bicycling 20.  horseshoes

9. horseback riding 21.  hunting

10. canoeing/kayaking 22.  using playgrounds

11. jet skiing 23.  other activities

(Please List Below:)

___________________________________________________________________________

4. How important was each item, listed below, for you personally when deciding where to camp during the last 12 months? (Please X One for Each Item)

	Extremely Important	Very Important	Moderately Important	Slightly Important	Not At All Important
CAMPGROUND FACILITIES:
1. Controlled access to campground (i.e. gatehouse with attendant)					
2. Flush toilets					
3. Hot showers					
4. Dumping station					
5. Beach					
6. Boat ramp					
7. Playground					
8. Group shelter					
9. Fish cleaning station					
10. Disabled-accessible					
11. Courtesy dock					
CAMPGROUND SERVICES:
12. Self-guided interpretive programs					
13. Naturalist-led hikes					
14. Amphitheater programs					
15. Firewood for sale in campground					
16. Campsite reservation system					
17. Ice for sale in campground					
18. Security patrols					
CAMPSITE AMENITIES:
19. Waterfront campsites					
20. Well-spaced campsites					
21. Large individual campsites					
22. Shady campsites					
23. Campsite privacy					
24. Level site for tent or RV					
25. Scenic water views from campsite					
26. Tent-pads at campsite					
27. Sewer hookups at campsite					
28. Electrical hookups at campsite					
29. Water hookups at campsite					
30. TV/Cable hookups at campsite					
31. Low or no campsite fee					
CAMPGROUND LOCATION
32. Near my home					
33. Near friends’ or relatives’ homes					
34. Near places I want to visit					
35. Located on my travel route					
36. Away from populated area					
37. Near good fishing					
38. Close to lake					
CUSTOMER
39. Friendliness of staff					
40. Staff responds to problems					
41. Knowledgeable staff					
42. Cleanliness of facilities					
43. Registration procedures					

SECTION B. In this section we are interested in obtaining information about the camping trip to the Corps of Engineers’ campground where you received this questionnaire.

1. Is the campground where you received the questionnaire your primary lodging destination on this trip? (Please X yes or no)

1.  YES

2.  NO

2. What is the one-way travel distance from your home to the campground where you received the questionnaire? (Please Fill In the Blank)

MILES ONE-WAY

3. How many nights did you stay at the campground on the trip you received this questionnaire?

(Please Fill In the Blank)

NIGHTS

4. On the trip when you received this questionnaire, with whom were you camping?

(Please X Only One Item)

1.  alone

2.  with members of your immediate family

3.  with other relatives

4.  with friends

5.  with both friends and family

6.  with other members of an organized group

(E.g. Scouts, Nature Group, Camping Clubs, Etc.)

5. What type of camping shelter did you and your camping party use at the campground where you received the questionnaire? (Please X All that Apply)

1.  tent 5.  RV/motorhome

2.  pop-up trailer 6.  pickup with camper shell

3.  truck camper (slide-in) 7.  van

4.  travel trailer 8.  other (please list)

6. What types of recreational equipment did your camping party take to the campground where you received the questionnaire? Do not include standard camping equipment such as stoves, lanterns, coolers, etc. (Please X All Items that Apply)

1.  we did not have any recreational 5.  sailboat

equipment 6.  jetski

2.  boat with motor 7.  windsurfer/sailboard

3.  canoe/kayak 8.  bicycle

4.  rowboat 9.  fishing equipment

10.  other (please list)

7. What recreational activities did you or other members of your camping party participate in while staying at the campground where you received the questionnaire? (Please X All Items that Apply)

1.  relaxing 11.  jetskiing

2.  swimming 12.  windsurfing/sailboarding

3.  walking/hiking 13.  motor boating

4.  driving for pleasure 14.  sailing

5.  sunbathing 15.  waterskiing

6.  picnicking 16.  fishing

7.  observing/photographing 17.  volleyball

wildlife or nature 18.  softball/baseball/frisbee

8.  bicycling 19.  soccer/football

9.  horseback riding 20.  horseshoes

10.  canoeing/kayaking 21.  using playgrounds

22.  other activities (please list)

8. Overall, how would you personally rate the quality of the facilities at the campground where you received the questionnaire? (Please Check Only One Item)

1.  Very Poor

2.  Poor

3.  Fair

4.  Good

5.  Excellent

9. How would you personally rate the quality of each item, listed below, for the campground where you received the questionnaire? (Please Circle One Number for Each Factor)

	Very Poor	Poor	Fair	Good	Excellent	Not Applicable or cannot judge
CAMPGROUND FACILITIES
1. Controlled access to campground (i.e., gatehouse with attendant)	1	2	3	4	5	9
2. Flush toilets	1	2	3	4	5	9
3. Hot showers	1	2	3	4	5	9
4. Dumping station	1	2	3	4	5	9
5. Beach	1	2	3	4	5	9
6. Boat ramp	1	2	3	4	5	9
7. Playground	1	2	3	4	5	9
8. Group shelter	1	2	3	4	5	9
9. Fish cleaning station	1	2	3	4	5	9
10. Disabled-accessible	1	2	3	4	5	9
11. Courtesy dock	1	2	3	4	5	9
CAMPGROUND SERVICES AND AMENITIES
12. Amphitheater programs	1	2	3	4	5	9
13. Campsite reservation system	1	2	3	4	5	9
14. Security patrols	1	2	3	4	5	9
15. Waterfront campsites	1	2	3	4	5	9
16. Well-spaced campsites	1	2	3	4	5	9
17. Large individual campsites	1	2	3	4	5	9
18. Shady campsites	1	2	3	4	5	9
19. Campsite privacy	1	2	3	4	5	9
20. Level site for tent or RV	1	2	3	4	5	9
21. Scenic water views from campsite	1	2	3	4	5	9
22. Tent-pads available at campsite	1	2	3	4	5	9
23. Sewer hookups at campsite	1	2	3	4	5	9
24. Electricity hookups at campsite	1	2	3	4	5	9
25. Water hookups at campsite	1	2	3	4	5	9
CUSTOMER SERVICE
26. Friendliness of staff	1	2	3	4	5	9
27. Staff responds to problems	1	2	3	4	5	9
28. Knowledgeable staff	1	2	3	4	5	9
29. Cleanliness of facilities	1	2	3	4	5	9
30. Registration procedures	1	2	3	4	5	9

10. How important was each reason, listed below, for you personally when planning your visit to the campground where you received the questionnaire? (Please Circle One Number for Each Reason)

	Extremely Important	Very Important	Moderately Important	Slightly Important	Not At All Important
1. Relaxing near the water	5	4	3	2	1
2. Spending time on a boat	5	4	3	2	1
3. Opportunity to fish	5	4	3	2	1
4. Being together with family and friends	5	4	3	2	1
5. Being physically active	5	4	3	2	1
6. Staying close to home	5	4	3	2	1
7. Being out-of-doors	5	4	3	2	1
8. Returning to my favorite campground	5	4	3	2	1

11. Which of the following statements best describes how well you personally like the campground where you received the questionnaire? (Please X Only One Item)

1.  I would not camp elsewhere in this region.

2.  I would camp elsewhere, but I prefer camping here.

3.  It makes no difference to me whether I use this camping area or another area.

4.  I would camp here again, but I would prefer to camp elsewhere.

5.  I would not camp here again.

SECTION C. In this section we are interested in your attitudes about campground fees at Corps of Engineers campgrounds.

1. How important is cost to you personally when you choose recreation sites, activities, and equipment? (Please Circle Only One Number for Each Statement.)

	Extremely Important	Very Important	Moderately Important	Slightly Important	Not At All Important
1. Recreation sites	5	4	3	2	1
2. Recreation activities	5	4	3	2	1
3. Recreation equipment	5	4	3	2	1

We are interested in your personal views on camping fees. Please circle the number that best describes how you feel about campsite fees at Corps of Engineers’ campgrounds. (Circle One Number for Each Statement)

2. How appropriate is it for you to pay a fee for a fee to camp in Corps of Engineers’ campgrounds?

Very Inappropriate

Somewhat Inappropriate

Neither Appropriate Nor Inappropriate

Somewhat Appropriate

Very Inappropriate

3. Are you willing to pay a fair campsite fee when using Corps of Engineers’ campgrounds?

Not At All Willing

Somewhat Willing

Neither Willing Nor Unwilling

Somewhat Willing

Very Willing

3. How appropriate is it for day visitors who visit registered guests at a campsite should be charged a fee?

Very Inappropriate

Somewhat Inappropriate

Neither Appropriate Nor Inappropriate

Somewhat Appropriate

Very Inappropriate

3. Do you believe the amount of fee you paid for this campsite was appropriate?

Very Inappropriate

Somewhat Inappropriate

Neither Appropriate Nor Inappropriate

Somewhat Appropriate

Very Appropriate

3. Do you believe it is appropriate to pay a campground fee that covers operation and maintenance costs?

Very Inappropriate

Somewhat Inappropriate

Neither Appropriate Nor Inappropriate

Somewhat Appropriate

Very Inappropriate

3. Is it appropriate to have fees if they are used to maintain your favorite campground?

Very Inappropriate

Somewhat Inappropriate

Neither Appropriate Nor Inappropriate

Somewhat Appropriate

Very Inappropriate

3. Is it appropriate to pay higher fees when they are used for renovating campgrounds?

Very Inappropriate

Somewhat Inappropriate

Neither Appropriate Nor Inappropriate

Somewhat Appropriate

Very Inappropriate

3. Is it appropriate to pay higher fees when using campsites near the water?

Very Inappropriate

Somewhat Inappropriate

Neither Appropriate Nor Inappropriate

Somewhat Appropriate

Very Inappropriate

3. Is it appropriate for elderly visitors to receive discounts when camping at Corps campgrounds?

Very Inappropriate

Somewhat Inappropriate

Neither Appropriate Nor Inappropriate

Somewhat Appropriate

Very Inappropriate

3. Is appropriate is it for higher fees to be charged on weekends and holidays to encourage camping more often during the week?

Very Inappropriate

Somewhat Inappropriate

Neither Appropriate Nor Inappropriate

Somewhat Appropriate

Very Inappropriate

12. How likely are you to continue to use Corps of Engineers’ campgrounds if the fees were increased by 25%?

Not At All Likely

Somewhat Unlikely

Neither Likely Nor Unlikely

Somewhat Likely

Very Likely

13. What is a “fair” fee you personally would pay for each of the following Corps of Engineers’ campground “packages”? (Fill in the blank for each package)

Package One A level campsite for one vehicle and a tent or trailer, and access to a modern bath house and hot showers	Excluding any discounts, a “fair” fee that I personally would pay for Package One is: $ Per campsite per night.

Package Two Package One plus electricity at campsite and access to a sewage dump station	Excluding any discounts, a “fair” fee that I personally would pay for Package Two is: $ Per campsite per night.

Package Three Package Two plus water hookups at campsite	Excluding any discounts, a “fair” fee that I personally would pay for Package Three is: $ Per campsite per night.

Package Four Package Three plus sewer hookups at the campsite	Excluding any discounts, a ‘fair’ fee that I personally would pay for Package Four is: $ Per campsite per night.

14. Which of the four campground packages presented in Q.3 do you personally prefer?

(Please  Only One Item).

1.  Package One

2.  Package Two

3.  Package Three

4.  Package Four

15. The camping fees collected at Corps of Engineers’ campgrounds should be:

(Please  Only One Item)

1.  Used to maintain or improve the campground where the fee was collected.

2.  Used to maintain or improve all Corps campgrounds.

3.  Used to maintain or improve all Corps recreation areas.

(Day-use recreation areas, scenic overlooks, etc.).

4.  Used to operate all Corps programs, such as flood control, etc.

5.  Returned to the U.S. Treasury.

6.  Other (Please List:)______________________________________________

SECTION D. In this section we would like to ask you some questions about your personal background to help us compare your answers to those of other people. We stress that all your answers are strictly confidential.

1. What is the 5-digit zip code of your permanent residence? (Please Fill In the Blanks)

___ ___ ___ ___ ___

2. How many people live in your household? (Please Only One Item)

A.  One, Just Me

B.  2

C.  3

D.  4

E.  5 or More People

3. What is your sex? (Please Check Female or Male)

1.  FEMALE

2.  MALE

4. What is your age? (Please Check Only One Item)

1.  less than 20 years old 4.  40 to 49 years

2.  20 to 29 years 5.  50 to 59 years

3.  30 to 39 years 6.  60 or more years

5. What is the highest level of formal education you have attained? (Please  Only One Item)

1.  Eight years or less

2.  Some high school

3.  High school graduate or equivalent

4.  Some college or technical school

5.  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

6.  Master’s degree or equivalent

7.  More Advanced degrees (M.D., Ph.D., etc.)

6. With respect to your current occupation, are you: (Please  All Items that Apply)

1.  An Unpaid Homemaker?

2.  Working Full-time outside home?

3.  Working Part-time outside home?

4.  Semi-retired, Working part-time?

5.  Fully Retired?

6.  A Part-time Student?

7.  A Full-time Student?

8.  Presently Unemployed?

7. Which of the following best describes your ethnic background?

1.  Hispanic Origin

2.  Non-Hispanic Origin

8. Which of the following best describes your race?

(Please  Only One Item)

1.  White

2.  Black

3.  American Indian or Alaska Native

4.  Asian or Pacific Islander

9. Please indicate which group represents your total pre-tax household income for last year? Please circle one box.

Less than $10,000	$50,000-$74,999
$10,000-$14,999	$75,000-$99,999
$15,000-$24,999	$100,000-$149,999
$25,000-$34,999	$150,000-$199,999
$35,000-$49,999	$200,000 or more

Thank you for your help!

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