The first annual visitor survey was presented to Smiths Falls council last week.
Manager of Economic Development and Tourism Julia Crowder said 2022 was the first year of a three year pilot project to gauge how tourists and visitors perceive the town.
While participation was low, Crowder expects it to grow year-over-year as the word gets out.
237 valid surveys were completed, 19% of visits were mainly for shopping and 17% for visiting family or friends. Nearly half the surveyors dined in town while 10% took part in outdoor activities.
Crowder agrees there’s need to be more focus on adding additional hotel options, but also other alternatives.
See the full results here.
Story by Grant Deme
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