Rider Preferences and Economic Values for Equestrian Trails

dc.creatorHu, Wuyang
dc.creatorPelton, Marie E.
dc.creatorPagoulatos, Angelos
dc.date2017-04-01T17:08:22Z
dc.date.accessioned2026-07-09T06:02:43Z
dc.descriptionRecreational horseback riding is an important but less studied component of the equine industry. Using choice experiment data collected from a survey conducted in Kentucky, this study assesses rider preferences and economic values associated with various equestrian trail characteristics. Results indicate that although individuals have different opinions, trail characteristics such as length of trail, scenic views, and distance from home all have significant economic implications. In addition, riders prefer trails that are restricted for horse-riding only. Policy implications on maintaining current and creating new trails are given based on these results.
dc.identifierdoi:10.22004/ag.econ.123212
dc.identifierhttps://ageconsearch.umn.edu/record/123212/files/HuetalposterP337%201%20w%20Cover.pdf
dc.identifierhttp://ageconsearch.umn.edu/record/123212
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/123456789/571645
dc.languageeng
dc.publisher
dc.sourcehttp://ageconsearch.umn.edu/record/123212
dc.titleRider Preferences and Economic Values for Equestrian Trails
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