Passive Recreation Lands Community Survey

Project History

The passage of the 2022 Open Space Bond in November paved the way for the development of Passive Recreation Lands in Buncombe County. These lands provide opportunities for recreational activities that require minimal stress on a site's resources. Passive Recreation Lands are also cost-effective in the long run, providing exercise and social outlets for residents with minimal upkeep costs. Impacts on the natural environment are also minimized in passive recreation areas compared to traditional park developments. Passive Recreation Lands have unique relationships to both conservation and recreation. Many projects will be a direct result of conservation efforts that develop low-impact recreation trails. As the Open Space Bond Funds allow more lands to be purchased or protected in conservation easements, more areas of Buncombe County can be enjoyed for passive recreation activities.

Buncombe County is now seeking community input to set the vision for Passive Recreation. Feedback about the selection criteria and potential site activities will help shape future projects based on community values.

Learn more about the Open Space Bond here https://engage.buncombecounty.org/openspacebond

Take the Survey

What kinds of activities would you like to see available on Passive Recreation Lands developed by the County? Select your top three choices.

Remember that Passive Recreation Lands provide opportunities for recreational activities that require minimal stress on a site's resources, so some traditional park activities may not be available on these lands.

hiking trails

91%

natural playgrounds

53%

gathering areas/ tables/ areas for food gatherings

53%

biking/ mountain biking trails

39%

educational activities/ information stations

37%

fishing

23%

rock climbing/ bouldering

17%

Closed to responses | 416 Responses

The draft criteria for selecting Passive Recreation Land Projects includes the following categories: accessibility, feasibility, equity, alignment with County plans and needs, costs/leveraging of funds, and conservation and environmental impact. Please rank the criteria by order of which category is most important to you.

Closed to responses | 299 Responses

Are there additional criteria categories you think should be included?

Closed for Comments

Tell us more about what you envision for conservation and environmental efforts on Passive Recreation Lands. What elements, practices, and protections should be considered?

Closed for Comments

How would you prefer to access Passive Recreation Lands? Choose the options that would work best for you.

walk or use trail/greenway systems to access

73%

drive and park

70%

biking access

34%

transit lines, buses

18%

Closed to responses | 300 Responses

Passive Recreation Lands are unique in the way they utilize conserved lands for recreation purposes. How would you like to see Open Space Bond funds prioritized for Passive Recreation Lands? (rank your preference)

Closed to responses | 244 Responses

Please use this area to share any additional questions, comments, or concerns about Passive Recreation Lands or the criteria development.

Closed for Comments

Watch this video with Buncombe County Parks Director Allison Dains to learn more about Passive Recreation Lands.

Tierras de Recreación Pasiva | Condado de Buncombe

Obtenga más información sobre la recreación pasiva y los recursos disponibles en el condado de Buncombe.

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Passive Recreation Lands Community Survey

Passive Recreation Lands Community Survey

Take the Survey

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What kinds of activities would you like to see available on Passive Recreation Lands developed by the County? Select your top three choices.

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Are there additional criteria categories you think should be included?

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Tell us more about what you envision for conservation and environmental efforts on Passive Recreation Lands. What elements, practices, and protections should be considered?

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How would you prefer to access Passive Recreation Lands? Choose the options that would work best for you.

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Passive Recreation Lands are unique in the way they utilize conserved lands for recreation purposes. How would you like to see Open Space Bond funds prioritized for Passive Recreation Lands? (rank your preference)

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Please use this area to share any additional questions, comments, or concerns about Passive Recreation Lands or the criteria development.