S U R V E Y G A U G E S O U T D O O R
R E C R E A T I O N O P I N I O N S
The Commission created a survey to understand the opinions
of Nebraskans. The survey analyzed participation rates in
outdoor recreation, distances traveled to participate in outdoor
recreation, outdoor recreation expenditures, opinions on
Nebraska Game and Parks, opinions on fishing, hunting and
shooting sports, and participation and opinions on wildlife
watching. According to the survey, 64 percent of Nebraskans
visited a state park or recreation site within the last year. Eighty-
eight percent of households participated in outdoor exercise,
play or hobbies, and 69 percent participated in nature, wildlife,
or other outdoor recreation activities. The types of recreation
facilities that are most important to people surveyed were
trails, fishing access, campsites, outdoor swimming areas,
playgrounds, and picnic areas. Results will be used to better
communicate with the public and improve the Commission's
offerings and services.
N E W P A R K A M E N I T I E S T O R E A C H
O U T T O D I V E R S E U S E R S
The Commission recognizes that its park visitors are not all
the same and that they seek different experiences. In order
to accommodate visitors' various desires, the Commission is
creating a Venture Parks complex. The concept will introduce
improvements and greatly expanded recreation and educational
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