Fascinating to learn of an experimental #ONS #MachineLearning model for estimating recreational use of natural spaces at an #OutdoorRecreationNetwork webinar last week.

The model uses several data sources including; footpath counters, #StravaMetro, weather, greenspace/ habitat/ socioeconomic mapping to estimate site visitation.

It's early days, but a robust metric for visitation could really help with planning and prioritising access works for land managers.

https://datasciencecampus.ons.gov.uk/projects/a-data-science-approach-to-estimate-the-use-of-natural-spaces-a-feasibility-study/