A few months ago, the Sangre de Cristo chapter board sent an email survey to everyone on its distribution list to gauge their interest in participating in various chapter activities. The response was encouraging. Sixty percent of the 2,000-plus recipients opened the survey. And though an undetermined number of recipients encountered technical problems responding to the Constant Contact survey, many recipients took the extra step and sent emails with their responses, ideas and suggestions.
Overwhelmingly, respondents (83%) said that they are interested in participating in evening programs organized by the chapter. However, 43% said they have never done so, with some expressing concerns about travelling to and from Randall Davey Audubon Center at night. In addition, respondents were almost evenly split between preferring in-person or Zoom meetings.
One of the clearest takeaways from the survey is that evening presentations need to give members the option of attending in-person or via a computer at home. The chapter board has decided to find a venue that satisfies members’ desires for evening programs that can be conveniently accessed both in-person and via a Zoom. The board hopes to have identified a solution in time for the Fall program season.
In the past, internet bandwidth issues at the Randall Davey Audubon Center have prevented the chapter from offering hybrid in-person/Zoom meetings from that location. Previously, the chapter had hosted evening programs at various locations but stopped when rental fees were raised.
In the meantime, the board continues to study your responses regarding field trips, program topics and other activities, and to take steps that will enhance the value of the Sangre de Cristo Chapter of Audubon to you.