Activate a geocoin step-by-step If you want to activate a geocoin or travelbug, this simple set of instructions can help you. Our local Extension office has some University of Illinois Extension geocoins which 4-H youth may activate and place in caches.
Create a Google Map Want to easily create a map? Here is the website! Activity instructions to meet requirements for exhibit opportunities will be posted soon.
Decimal Degrees Converter Convert decimal longitude and latitude coordinates to Degrees/Minutes/Seconds or decimals instantly!
Geocache directions Simple instructions to get you started finding local area caches on the geocaching.com site; a good handout.
geocaching website Want to geocache? Go to this site, log in, enter a zipcode or city and go! Will give you latitude and longitude and more of caches. Good family fun and educational too.
geotool websites from ESRI Dr. Joseph Kerski has accumulated LOTS of geospatial websites which may be helpful to you. Check ESRI lessons online for more resources...
Google Earth GIS activities (free mapping software) If you do not have mapping software, but want to experiment with GIS, Google Earth is a GREAT free download. Many lessons are posted here; high school level.
Google Earth History links A searchable database of Google Earth resources for use in the history classroom. Google Earth is a fantastic tool which allows you to explore the globe from your home computer. You can whizz around the planet; zoom in and out of countries, towns and even streets; examine the terrain, add your own overlay maps and construct virtual "flyover" tours of selected locations. checkout "Google Earth Community" and Google Hacks" which give history resources.
How to transfer ownership of a geocoin This direction sheet shows you how to transfer ownership of a geocoin or travel bug. You may wish to send a coin with a friend who is traveling to a special place, and this is how you can keep track of the traveling item.
Idea: Learning About Earth Day Through Geocaching Dr. Kerski of ESRI created this activity to illustrate how to set up and run a geocaching course for educataional purposes. It might be a good idea for GIS Day!
