Recreational Demand for Equestrian Trail-Riding

Using data collected from a combination of on-site and on-line surveys, this study examines recreational demand for equestrian trail-riding in Kentucky. A truncated, negative binomial regression is applied to analyze individuals’ visitation behavior consistent with a travel cost model. Results sugge...

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Published in:Agricultural and resource economics review 2009-10, Vol.38 (2), p.229-239
Main Authors: Blackwell, Melanie, Pagoulatos, Angelos, Hu, Wuyang, Auchter, Katharine
Format: Article
Language:English
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Costs
Geographic information systems
Hiking
Horses
Recreation
Trails
Travel
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Summary:Using data collected from a combination of on-site and on-line surveys, this study examines recreational demand for equestrian trail-riding in Kentucky. A truncated, negative binomial regression is applied to analyze individuals’ visitation behavior consistent with a travel cost model. Results suggest that distance is the most significant determinant of average annual visits to a particular site. Various trail site characteristics, such as trail length, scenic overlooks, and trail markers, affect the number of visits an individual takes. Geographic information system (GIS) analysis permits the identification of equestrian population centers. Information obtained from this study offers a decision base for policymakers to use to manage existing equestrian trails and locate new ones.
ISSN:1068-2805
2372-2614
DOI:10.1017/S1068280500003221