OK. If this is stupid, sorry. If you don't like the MSW version or can't open it - cut and paste the plain-text version below into whatever editor you like. Insert your X's next to the number you like. Cut and paste the whole shebang to the address at the bottom. It's not as pretty but should relay your opinions.
[copied from the CWWA page and the Word document]
We Need Your Help!!Â*
CWWA has approached the BLM, Forest Service, and Bureau of Reclamation about improving and preserving access on the Blue River between Green Mountain Reservoir and Spring Creek Road Bridge.Â* In conjunction with this request and BLM's evaluation of the proposed land exchange with Blue Valley Ranch, the BLM has prepared a user survey for kayakers, canoeists, and other users of the lower Blue River.Â* Your input is important!Â* The BLM and other interested governmental agencies would like you to fill out this questionnaire so they can better understand how the public feels about possible improvements to the lower Blue.Â*Â*
Click Here to view the Blue River User SurveyÂ* This is a Microsoft word document.Â* You will need to edit this document on your computer then email it to
riverbunnyak@yahoo.com.Â* You can do this by clicking on File then selecting Send To then select Mail Recipient (as Attachment).Â* Put
riverbunnyak@yahoo.com in the To line and hit send.Â* If you do not have Microsoft Word on your computer you are out of luck, but we would appreciate it if you could take this survey from someone else's computer.Â* Thanks for your help
Please complete this questionnaire and return your filled out survey and/or comments to:Â*
riverbunnyak@yahoo.com
Blue River below Green Mountain Reservoir Questionnaire - 2005
Several organizations as well as state and federal agencies are considering improvements to the Blue River access area below Green Mountain Reservoir. It is important for these groups to understand how the public feels about these actions. Please take a moment to fill out this questionnaire and let us know how you feel about these actions.
Crowding on the Blue River below Green Mountain Reservoir
Seeing more people on your trip down the Blue River may affect your experience. It is helpful to managers to know how people feel about an increase in the number of people seen on your trip. Place an X over [next to] your selection for each line item.
Crowding
[answer key]
1 Not at all Acceptable
2 Slightly Acceptable
3 Acceptable
4 Very Acceptable
5 Extremely Acceptable
How acceptable is it to you to see:
25 % more people
1
2
3
4
5
50 % more people
1
2
3
4
5
75 % more people
1
2
3
4
5
100 % more people
1
2
3
4
5
Facilities and/or Services You Would Like to See in the Blue River directly below Green Mountain Reservoir
It is important to know how users feel about facilities on the Blue River. We would like to know if improving the facilities is important to you. Place an X over [next to] your selection for each line item.
Facilities
[answer key]
1 Not At All Important
2 Slightly Important
3 Moderately Important
4 Quite Important
5 Extremely Important
How important it to you to have or improve the following?
Launch Ramp
1
2
3
4
5
Parking
1
2
3
4
5
Extended time when gate is open
1
2
3
4
5
Restrooms
1
2
3
4
5
Education and interpretation
1
2
3
4
5
Your Desired Experiences at the Blue River directly below Green Mountain Reservoir
People enjoy floating for multiple reasons. Listed below are some experiences that you may be looking for. On a scale of 1 to 5, please indicate how important each of these experiences is for you on this trip on the Blue River. Place an X over your selection for each line item.
Experience
[answer key]
1 Not At All Important
2 Slightly Important
3 Moderately Important
4 Quite Important
5 Extremely Important
To test your abilities
1
2
3
4
5
To be with family and friends
1
2
3
4
5
To experience solitude
1
2
3
4
5
To view the scenery
1
2
3
4
5
To explore new areas
1
2
3
4
5
To develop skills
1
2
3
4
5
To be close to nature
1
2
3
4
5
To experience excitement
1
2
3
4
5
To get exercise
1
2
3
4
5
About You
We would like to know a little about you. The information will remain completely confidential.
1.How many times this season have you floated the Blue River below Green Mountain Reservoir? ________ times
2.What is your primary activity while on the Blue River? (check only one)
_______Fish _______Float _________________Other (please specify)
3.What kind of boat do you typically use? (check all that apply)
_____ Raft _____ Drift Boat _____Inflatable Kayak _____ Kayak
_____________Other (please specify)
4.About how long have you been boating? ______ year/s
5.Where is your primary residence? ________________________city ____ state
6.Are you ____ male ____ female
7.How old are you? _______years
Section VII. Additional Comments
Please tell us about any other concerns or comments you would like to make with regard to the Blue River below Green Mountain Reservoir. Feel free to use the blank space below to let us know if there is anything else you would like to say.
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Thank you very much for your participation in this study! Your input is greatly appreciated and will be reflected in the future management of this area.
PLEASE RETURN VIA EMAIL TO:
RIVERBUNNYAK@YAHOO.COM
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