Katy Trail user survey

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Dawn Fredrickson on 6/6/2011 10:22:35 AM:

In an effort to improve the Katy Trail and learn more about the people that use the trail, Missouri State Parks is conducting a survey of Katy Trail users starting in June and continuing to this fall. Look for staff and volunteers at various trailheads this weekend asking you to fill out questionnaires about your Katy experience. Your input is very valued and your time and willingness to participate in the survey are much appreciated!

Terry from Festus on 6/6/2011 10:53:09 PM:

Dawn, here are a few suggestions.
1. Build a canopy over the entire trail for the shade.
2. Drain the river to keep it from flooding.
3. Install cooling fans and vending machines at every mile marker.
4. Are the bugs really necessary?
I am certain other riders can have better suggestions than I. Honestly, you guys to a wonderful job with the trail.

Skyguy9999 on 6/6/2011 10:58:14 PM:

Seriously, is there opportunity for input from those that might not be able to be on the trail when these people are there as well?

Dawn Fredrickson, Katy Trail Coordinator on 6/10/2011 9:46:08 AM:

Skyguy, your input is always welcome, even if you're unable to participate in the survey. You can email your suggestions to me directly at dawn.fredrickson@dnr.mo.gov. Also, we take note of the comments posted to this forum. :)

Skyguy9999 on 6/10/2011 10:27:53 AM:

Thank you for the offer. I will definitely keep it in mind.

To clarify, though, is there specific questions that the staff and volunteers would be asking at the various trailheads? Or was it just a "do you have any ideas?" kind of venture?

JPM from Hazelwood, MO on 6/11/2011 9:28:05 AM:

Pave it! The Washington and Old Dominion Trail in Virginia is paved. It's a very nice ride.

skolbe on 6/12/2011 10:41:11 AM:

Please don't pave any of the trail - this state has paved enough trails.

Anonymous on 6/12/2011 3:32:09 PM:

I agree, don't pave it. Keep it in nature. Once paved and it starts to crumble the ride would be horrible.

Carole from St Peters on 6/12/2011 9:40:33 PM:

We rode the entire trail the week of June 4. We enjoyed our trip and the trail. Conditions in spots were rough due to washouts, but most were well marked with 'rough conditions' signs. It might be helpful to have a trail conditions hotline number we could call to report unmarked hazards. There was one huge hole that was recent and not yet marked. It would be helpful to have water at all trailheads. In the heat it was hard to stay hydrated. Businesses along the way were friendly and helpful.

merkin4 from St. Peters MO on 6/14/2011 2:32:38 PM:

I saw the survey takers on Saturday and went over. Pretty short, mostly harmless. What's your main purpose for visiting the Katy Trail today? (Bike ride) How long do you plan to stay? (Two hours) Planning to visit any wineries, shops, food establishments? (Nope.) What's your zip code? (Starts with a 6 or something.) How often do you visit? (Try for five times a week.)

They gave me a longer survey form in a postage-paid envelope. I'll probably get it filled out and sent back in.

At least the survey folks were offering water. I didn't need any, as I was just starting the ride.

chamomilegardens on 6/24/2011 1:16:30 PM:

I'd spoke to some folks from the Natural Resources dept hosting a ride today. The toughest thing that I experience on the trail is educating new riders on the rules of the road. Folks are having a great time on the trail, which is good. However, they often forget the trail is much like any other road. Traveling side-by-side, darting out onto the road or passing unexpectedly on the wrong side can potentially cause accidents. I'd like to see more education to let everyone know how to be safe. Thank you.

Anonymous on 6/24/2011 9:09:36 PM:

I echo the trail education comments. As an example....I have seen some Scout groups that were extremely well prepared for an adventure on the KATY and other Scout groups who had no clue how to ride a bicycle in any kind of a public setting whatsoever.

chamomilegardens on 6/25/2011 9:38:45 AM:

Thank you for your comment. It's so easy to get lost in the beauty of the trail that folks sometimes just forget they are sharing it with others. If we all look out for each other, everyone will stay safe and have a good time.

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