Many participants told us they were not familiar with the program before completing the survey.

• 42% had never heard of KNAP
• Only 5% said they were very aware of the program

This suggests that while interest in nature‑based programming exists, awareness of KNAP opportunities is limited.

Only 20% of respondents had attended a KNAP program previously. Among those who had participated:

• Guided walks were the most common experience
• Forest bathing and yoga hikes were also popular

This feedback helped confirm which types of programs have resonated with past participants and who we heard from through this survey.

Overall, responses show strong interest in continued and expanded programming:

• 42% were very interested in future events
• 39% were somewhat interested
• Only 3% were not interested at all

Participants clearly value opportunities to engage with nature and community‑based programming.

Participants expressed the greatest interest in learning‑focused and hands‑on topics, particularly:

• Local wildlife and ecosystems
• Invasive species identification and removal
• Stewardship and conservation activities

Residents’ availability varied, but several clear preferences emerged:

• Weekend afternoons and mornings were most popular
• Weekday evenings were also accessible for many

This feedback highlights the importance of flexible scheduling to reduce participation barriers.

Most respondents preferred low‑commitment options:

• 83% favoured one‑time events
• About one‑quarter were interested in longer‑term or ongoing projects
• Fewer participants were interested in leadership or coordination roles

We need to offer opportunities that fit into busy schedules, with some options to become more involved over time.

Participants shared different preferences for working styles:

• Many preferred to work independently
• Others were open to working with anyone or with a friend or partner

This suggests value in offering both individual and group‑based opportunities, where safe and appropriate.

The most common challenges residents identified were:

• Limited time
• Not being aware of opportunities

These barriers reinforce the importance of clear, accessible promotion and convenient scheduling.

When asked how they want to hear about programs, respondents most often chose:

• The City of Kitchener website
• Social media
• Local media

This emphasizes the need for consistent, easy‑to‑find information across multiple channels.