Where do you play in winter?: An exploration of outdoor winter recreation spaces in Prince George, BC

This research project explores factors that influence people's choices of outdoor winter recreation spaces. Using a case study approach, questionnaires were administered to residents of Prince George, BC, to find out which sites they used in winter, and for which activities. The five most popular sites were surveyed for winter design elements and recreational activities. City of Prince George staff were also interviewed to gain a better understanding of city policy related to parks in winter. The results of this project show that the use of winter design elements is necessary in parks to create attractive, vibrant recreational spaces in winter municipal policy related to park development and maintenance is crucial, as parks without winter-appropriate infrastructure are not used in winter and the promotion of winter recreational activities and facilities is desired by participants. --Leaf i.