Hi all,
I've been wanting to translate our printed section maps into GIS for a
while but haven't had the time. We can georeference scanned versions of the
old maps onto a new street and/or topo map. This would allow for several
things: having updated printed maps for our sections, having access to an
editable digital version of the count circle map, and being able to upload
section boundaries to a GPS unit or smartphone for use in the field (which
I find very helpful). We would also be able to, for instance, link bird
sighting data directly to each count section in the digital map. The sky's
the limit when it comes to the usefulness of GIS.
Jay's method of using Google Maps may be easier and/or more
user-friendly--I'm not sure. I'd be happy to work on this project if we
decide to go the GIS route, although I probably wouldn't be able to finish
it in time for our count in January.
Jamie
On Tue, Dec 22, 2015 at 2:03 PM, Marilyn Westphal <mjwestph@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
I suppose you could take a photo of the complete divided up circle and
post that, but it's probably time to redraw the circle on an updated map.
That current circle was drawn probably at least 17 or 18 years ago or so.
I know because I did it. Roads change. Asheville keeps growing.
Marilyn
Sent from my iPhone
On Dec 22, 2015, at 9:41 AM, Jay Wherley <jrw@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:likely
i mapped out section 12 last time, but it wasn't an exact science...it's
going to take hand work for each section. also nice to capture the handnotations
on the paper maps for different spotting sites. here's 12:https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=zAu3jrsx_EIs.kQqS8BApc7dM&usp=sharing
someone can suggest a way?
jay w.
On 12/21/15 11:55 AM, Doug Johnston wrote:
Bill,
The count circle map can be found on the Carolina Bird Club website
http://www.carolinabirdclub.org/christmas/countmap.html?code=NCBC
It would be nice if we could put the sections on the map too, maybe
<mailto:steiner.audubon@xxxxxxxxx>> wrote:
Doug
On Dec 21, 2015, at 11:24 AM, Bill Steiner <steiner.audubon@xxxxxxxxx
at the top of the metal poles around the ball field. I occasionally hear
Two fish crows continue at Owen park. They hang out with the pigeons
them croaking but often they are
where the Blue Ridge parkway goes over I-26. If you stay in your car,silent. Easy to see if you look up.
There is a single Raven who occasionally perches on the bridge rails
he/she is very tame and approachable.
online.last seen on saturday.
are both these places inside the count circle? can't find a map
cheers, Bill Steiner
