Celebrating Scholarship and Creativity Day (2018-)
Document Type
Poster
Publication Date
5-1-2025
Disciplines
Environmental Studies
Advisor
Jean Lavigne
Abstract
This map shows outdoor recreation areas along with the most populated cities and all railroads in Minnesota. I wanted to find out what areas were most in need of outdoor recreation opportunities and how to provide those opportunities. I found that railroads and high population cities were concentrated together. These areas had little access to outdoor recreation. These railroads can be turned into trails to provide much-needed recreation to a large number of people. I created this map using data I acquired through a formal request to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. I used the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ Recreation Compass as a reference when gathering this data.
Recommended Citation
Versaevel, Carter, "Railroads and Recreation in Minnesota" (2025). Celebrating Scholarship and Creativity Day (2018-). 286.
https://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/ur_cscday/286
