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The information gathered in this survey will be used primarily to create an online tourism resource for people interested in the variety of activities and locations to visit in the area of the Biosphere Reserve, including Leeds and Grenville Counties, and South Frontenac Township.
Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve
Sustainable Tourism Project
Asset Survey
SECTION 1
Note: please fill out Section 1 before proceeding to Section 2.
1. Name of business, location or event:
2. Contact name:
3. Street Address a):
3. b):
3. c) City/Town:
3. d) Province:
3. e) Postal Code:
4. Phone Number:
5. Fax Number:
6. E-mail Address:
7. Website:
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Please choose one or more of the following categories that best describe your business, location or event.
8. A) Cultural
Festival or Event (please fill out Section 4 on pg.5)
Artisan or Craftsperson
Swimming/Diving
Community Organization
Other (e.g. religious institution, local information)
(if other specify):
8. B) Historical
General Historical/Heritage
Residential or Architectural Interest
Colonial or Military History
Other (e.g. century farm, genealogical society):
(if other specify):
8. C) Outdoor Recreation
Park and/or Trails (please fill out section 8 on pg.7)
Hunting
Fishing
Golf Course (please fill out Section 6 on pg.6)
Marina (please fill out section 7 on pg.7)
Tours/Excursions (please fill out section 10 pg.9)
Adventure Provider (please fill out section 3 on pg.5)
Other (e.g. diving, gardening)
(if other specify):
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8. D) Travel
Travel Agent
Other (station, airport, garage):
(if other specify):
8. E) Retail
Tourist Attraction
Outfitter (e.g. Bait and Tackle)
Other Retail Business (please fill out Section 9 on pg.8)
(if other specify):
8. F) Hospitality
Accomodations (please fill out Section 2 on pg.4)
Food and Beverage (please fill out Section 5 on pg. 6)
Other (e.g. banquet hall, lounge):
(if other specify):
8. G) Agricultural
Food/Agricultural Products
Winery or Brewery
Other (e.g. model farm, farm tours):
(if other specify):
8. H) Health and Welfare
Fitness/Wellness (spa, salon, gym)
Medical/Therapeutic (clinic, therapist, dentist)
Other:
(if other specify):
8. I) Sports & Games
Sports Facility
Sporting Event (Please fill out Section 4 on pg.5)
Other (e.g. racetrack, speedway)
(if other specify):
9. Is at least 20% of your business activity generated from visitors outside the immediate area?
YES
NO
10. What is the geographic origin of the majority of your guests?
Regional
Provincial, outside the region
National, outside Ontario
United States - near/border states
United States - long haul
International (specify):
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11. What type of guests does your location cater most to?
Leisure
Independent Travellers
Large group/motor coach
Small group
Corporate/Business
Individual business travellers
Meetings/conferences
Incentive
12. What is the season of operation for this business?
Year Round
If not year round, check those months that the operation is open.
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
13. During which months do you see tourist visitors?
Summer
Spring
Autumn
Winter
Winter holidays
Warm weather months
14. What are the hours of operation for this business?
Open 24hrs/7 days a week
or
Monday
to
Tuesday
to
Wednesday
to
Thursday
to
Friday
to
Saturday
to
Sunday
to
Holidays
to
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SECTION 2 - ACCOMMODATIONS
15. Please indicate what best describes the type of business you operate. Please check only one.
Bed & Breakfast
Inn
Cabins/Cottages
Lodge - wilderness, outpost
Campground
Motel
Farm Vacation
Resort Lodge
Fishing/Hunting Lodge or Camp
RV Park
Hotel
Other (specify):
16. What activities/experiences do you offer your guests?
Do not offer activities/experiences
Active outdoor adventure and recreation - land based
Active outdoor adventure and recreation - water based
Interpretive walks/lectures/slide shows
Instructional courses
Tours such as studio, gardens, or architecture
Other (describe):
17. Where is your accommodation property located (Check all that apply).
In the downtown or core section of destination
In an established tourist area
On a lake or river
On an access highway or the outskirts of town/city
In a remote location
18. How many food and beverage facilities are on site? (Check all that apply).
For registered guests.
Open to the public
Bar/Lounge
Coffee shop/family dining
Dinner theatre
Fine dining
Room Service
Other (specify):
19. What specific amenities do you have on site?
Business support services (fax, internet, etc)
In room telephone
Fitness facilities/centre
Swimming Pool (indoor or outdoor)
Full service spa
Shuttle service to area attractions
Gift/souvenir shop
Valet parking
In-room TV
Other (specify):
20. Is this accommodation facility currently rated by or a member of any of the following systems? (Check all that apply). If applicable, what rating does it have?
Canadian Automobile Association (CAA)
American Automobile Association (AAA)
Canada Select
Wholesaler/tour operator
Other (specify):
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FOR CAMPSITES AND RV PARKS ONLY
21. What kinds of sites does your park offer? (Listing the total number is optional)
Unserviced sites (no electricity)
Sites with electricity
Sites for complete season rental
Transient sites or sites available for overnight
Sites for RVs/trailers
YES
NO
21. b) Are reservations required?
21. c) If yes, what is your website:
phone number:
22. What amenities does your campground have on site?
Games room
Boat ramp
Showers
Grocery store
Internet Access
Outdoor pool
Firewood
Ice
Laundry
Other:
SECTION 3 - ADVENTURE PROVIDERS / OUTFITTERS
23. Please check off the primary activities that your operation offers. (check all that apply)
Fishing Charter
In-line Skating
Hunting
Motorcycling
Hunting - Waterfowl
Nature Observation
Ice Fishing
Rock Climbing
Aerial Adventure
Cross-country Skiing/Snowshoeing
All Terrain Vehicles
Canoeing/Kayaking
Birding/Birdwatching
Recreational Power Boating
Cycling/Mountain Biking
Eco-Touring
Hiking/Back country hiking
Other (specify):
Horseback Riding
SECTION 4 - FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
24. a) What is the name of the event?
24. b) What is the date of the event?
24. c) What is the time of the event?
25. Who (what group or organization) is the producer of the event?
26. What is the category or theme of the festival or event?
Aboriginal Pow Wow/Celebration
Canada Day Celebration
Art/Crafts
Conservation
Cultural
Live Theatre
Food and Beverage
Special Event/Celebration
Historical
Sports/Tournament
Music
Other (specify):
Agricultural
YES
NO
27. a) Does the event have vendors?
b) If yes, what are the total number of vendors?
28. Is there a general admission fee to the event?
Please enter admission cost
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SECTION 5 - FOOD AND BEVERAGES
29. What one type of dining facility best describes your operation?
Bakery
Dinner Theatre
Banquet Hall
Fine Dining
Bar/Tavern/Lounge
Pub
Brew Pub
Restaurant
Buffet
Sports Bar
Cafe
Winery Restaurant
Deli
Other (specify):
30. What is the style of cuisine served at your restaurant? (for example Japanese, Indian, Vegetarian, etc):
31. Do you use locally produced farm products in your menus?
YES
NO
32. What best describes your food and beverage operation?
YES
NO
Fast food
YES
NO
Mid-price
YES
NO
High end
33. What services does your operation offer?
Banquets
Outdoor seating/patio
Brunch
Private Dining
Buffet
Take-out
Catering
Local Flavours Program
Delivery
Musical entertainment
SECTION 6 - GOLF COURSES
34. What type of golf course do you operate? (choose ONE only)
Public
Semi-private
Private
35. Is the golf course located in a resort (e.g. are accomodations available on site?)
YES
NO
9
18
27
36
54
72
36. How many holes are there?
37. At what par, yardage and slope are you currently rated? (If UNSURE, give best estimate)
Par
Yardage
Slope
Handicap
38. What services and amenities does the golf course offer? CHECK ALL THAT APPLY
Driving range
Pull cart rentals
Practice putting green
Lessons
Mini putt
Tournaments
Lockers
Club house
Showers/Change room
Dining Facilities
Pro-Shop
Conference/banquet facilities
Club rentals
Other (specify):
Golf-cart rentals
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SECTION 7 - MARINAS, DOCKS
Water-based
Dry-based
39. What type of marina is this?
YES
NO
40. Is this a municipally owned marina?
YES
NO
41. a) Is the marina a member of the Clean Marine program?
b) If yes, what is the marina's rating?
(1 to 5 Green Leaf Anchors, as measured by the program.)
42. What sort of slips in total are there?
# of transient slips
# of seasonal slips
# with power
# with fresh water
# with cable/internet
43. Which of the following services and facilities does this establishment provide?
Boat rental
Club House
Equipment rentals
Gasoline
Diesel
Propane
Launch ramp
Laundry
Lockers
Pump out
Repair service
Retail Shop
Security
Showers
Snack bar/food
Winter storage
SECTION 8 - PARKS AND TRAILS
44. What type of park/trail is this?
Hiking
Paddling
Cycling
Cross-country skiing
45. Who has jurisdiction over this park?
National Park
Municipal park
Provincial Park
Conservation Authority
Trails Only
Other (specify):
46. Is there a specific lake or river system associated with this area?
If so, what is it?
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47. Does this park/trail system have any of the following features?
Yes
NO
Aboriginal heritage site/attraction
YES
NO
Archaeological features/sites
YES
NO
Bird sanctuary
YES
NO
Cave(s)
YES
NO
Historic Site
YES
NO
Scenic lookout(s)
YES
NO
Waterfall(s)
YES
NO
Wildlife Sanctuary
Other (specify):
48. What is the total number and length in kilometers of the trails?
trails, totaling
kms.
49. What level of hiking trail difficulty does this park offer?
Beginner/novice
Intermediate
Advanced/expert
50. What activities are available on your trails?
All terrain vehicles (ATV)
Rock climbing/ice climbing
Bird Watching
Snowmobiling
Cross country skiing
Snowshoeing
Caving/spelunking
Paddling
Equestrian trails
Cycling
Hiking - day
Wildlife watching
Hiking - overnight
Other (specify):
Interpretive programs/walks/tours
Nature observation
SECTION 9 - RETAIL BUSINESS
51. Where are you located?
In a community
In a rural location
Shopping district
Tourist Attraction
Independent
At point of production - for example winery, brewery, artist studio etc.
52. What best describes your shopping facility? (MARK ONE ONLY)
Antique Shop/Store
Gallery
Bookstore/Newstand
Gift Souvenir
China and Linens
Jewellery
Crafts
Liquor Store
Department Store
Music
Discount
Specialty Shop
Factory Outlet
Sports Memorabilia
Farmer's Market
Other (specify):
Fashion/Clothing
Flea Market
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53. Does your business offer locally or Canadian produced goods for sale?
YES
NO
SECTION 10 - Tours and Excursions
54. What type of Tours/Excursions do you offer in the local area? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
Day trips
Guided tours
Custom tours
Overnight cruises
Overnight motor coach tours
Same-day cruises
Transportation services as part of broader itinerary
Other (specify):
55. What is the primary mode of transportation for your tours? CHECK AS MANY AS APPLY
Air tours
ATV tours
Boat tours
Cycling tours
Equestrian tours
Helicopter tours
Hiking Tours
Paddling/Kayaking Tours
Motorcycle Tours
Rail Tours
Snowmobile/Skiing Tours
Walking tours
Other (specify):
56. Please add any comments you have regarding this survey:
57. Would you like to receive project updates via e-mail?
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END OF SURVEY. Thank-you for your help. Click Save / Send Survey button to save your information. For information on how this information will be used, please visit www.mybiosphere.ca. The Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve Sustainable Tourism Project is a community-minded project, and input and interaction with the community is always wanted. If you would like more information about the project, or would like to volunteer your time, expertise or knowledge of the region, please contact us today!
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Tourism Survey