ASR Staff Engagement September 4 Survey

This week’s ASR Engagement Survey continues our seasonal preferences theme. Thank you for continuing to share your stories and experiences.

According to last week’s survey, an equal number of respondents are ready for summer to end, sad about summer ending, or have mixed feelings about the change of seasons (33.3% each). Most say that fall is their favorite season (65.6%).

When asked about what you are looking forward to in the fall, the return of “sweater weather” was mentioned most frequently, followed by the fall foliage, and going to an apple orchard. Thanks all for your continued participation! It is very much appreciated.

August 21 survey results

The Autumnal Equinox is just over a month away. What statement below best fits your feelings about summer coming to an end?

• I’m ready for Summer to end. Bring on Fall! (33.3%)
• I’m sad Summer is about to end. It went by too quickly (33.3%)
• I have mixed feelings about the change of seasons. (33.3%)

What is your favorite season?

• Spring (15.6%)
• Summer (15.6%)
• Fall (65.6%)
• Winter (0%)
• I’m not sure or don’t have a preference (3.1%)

What are you looking forward to this fall?

• Sweatshirts with shorts. Love the combo, still warm but with a small chill!
• The cool air, the beautiful leaves and berries, and HALLOWEEN!
• Having my windows open, and hopefully less smokey air.
• Apple picking! Apple cider! Apple cider donuts! Fall colors! Comfy sweaters!
• Sweaters, hot drinks, bon fires, fall color hikes, pumpkin spice, Halloween, apple orchards, pumpkin patches... so many things!

ASR Staff Engagement August 21 Survey

This week’s ASR Engagement Survey asks about your seasonal preferences. Thank you for continuing to share your stories and experiences.

Last week’s survey asked about your state fair plans and favorites. There was an even split between those who are going to the state fair and those who are not (40.7% each). When asked about their favorite state fair foods, pronto pups received the most votes (23.1%), followed by cheese curds (19.2%), and Australian battered potatoes (7.7%).

Finally, we asked if you have a favorite show, concert, or event that you’ve attended at the state fair. Many folks mentioned live music, including Boyz II Men, Weird Al, and The Chicks. Other events such as tractor pulls and horse shows were also mentioned. Thanks all for your continued participation! It is very much appreciated.

August 7 survey results

Are you planning to go to the state fair this year?

• Yes (40.7%)
• No (40.7%)
• I’m not sure (18.5%)

What is one of your favorite state fair (or any fair) foods?

• Pronto pup (23.1%)
• Cheese curds (19.2%)
• Australian battered potatoes (7.7%)
• Sweet Martha’s Cookies (3.8%)
• Cheese on a stick (3.8%)
• Fried pickles (3.8%)
• Pickle dog (3.8%)

Do you have a favorite show, concert, or event that you've attended at the state fair (or any fair)? If so, what was it?

• Los Lobos at the bandshell!!!
• Sonny Landreth and Buddy Guy @ Leinie Lodge Bandshell
• Boyz II Men and Chaka Khan
• Demo derbys!
• The Lee & Rose Warner Coliseum horse shows
• Vanilla Ice, Belinda Carlisle, and Depeche Mode :)