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General Geospatial

General resources for geospatial are here; not lessons or web sites, which are under their own categories!

  • 4H Community Mapping Handout PDF
    Nice handout to introduce community mapping

  • Distributors of GPS equipment Word
    In case you wish to purchase a GPS receiver, or other equipment, here is a list of vendors. Some may provide an educational or 4H discount - be sure to ask.

  • Draft IRB geospatial evaluation Word
    This customizable geospatial evaluation is undergoing the IRB approval process at this time. Really easy to use, you can remove questions that don't pertain to what you have studied.

  • GPS GIS definition half-sheet Word
    Sometimes we use acronyms too freely! This half-sheet gives a simple definition of GPS and GIS - makes a nifty handout for beginners.

  • GPS Permission to copy form - National 4-H Word
    Want to teach a lesson from a 4-H curriculum book to a class? This form requests permission from National 4-H to copy the lesson for a group.

  • GPS unit - enter YOUR location Word
    Want to enter where you parked your car so you can find your way back? Or your camp or favorite spot? This handout for the GPS Map76 tells you how.

  • GPS Unit - find location Word
    This handout for the Garmin Map76 unit gives step-by-step instructions for entering latitude and longitude into the GPS unit so you can go to a specific location. Works for geocaching and locating other places.

  • How to change symbols Word
    For the very beginner, these sheets may be helpful to show you how to change symbol color, size, shape, etc.

  • UTM zone map Word
    If you need to know UTM zones for setting projections, this map gives you all you need at a glance!

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