Registration open for WLIA annual conference
January 9, 2008
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Tagged As: Wisconsin Geospatial News
Wisconsin geospatial news published by the Wisconsin State Cartographer’s office, Madison, WI.
UW-Madison to digitally archive historic 1937-1941 aerial photographs
January 8, 2008
UW-Madison has an unparalleled collection of historic aerial photographs including a very rare and nearly-complete collection of the oldest aerial photos of the state, acquired by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) from 1937-1941. A new project at UW-Madison will digitally scan and archive the entire collection, and make the photographs available to the general public via a web portal.
Legislative Audit Bureau makes recommendations for wetland mapping in Wisconsin
December 28, 2007
An evaluation of the DNR wetland permitting program by the Joint Legislative Audit Committee also includes recommendations for the Wisconsin Wetlands Inventory.
Book chronicles the adventures and challenges of the land surveying profession
December 27, 2007
“Lasting Impressions: A Glimpse into the Legacy of Surveying” is a compilation of stories and photos from surveyors, geocachers, history buffs and enthusiasts from across the country.
WIGICC working group releases report
A new report from the Wisconsin Geographic Information Coordination Council (WIGICC) Working Group outlines progress on the effort to establish a GIS council in Wisconsin.
Q and A: Where can I find snowmobile trail maps to load on my GPS receiver?
Many riders have gone high-tech in recent years, and now carry GPS receivers with them on the trail. Unfortunately, snowmobile trails can be difficult to map, and digital data are very limited. What are some options?
Chicago museum hosts impressive mapping exhibition
December 13, 2007
In November, State Cartographer Ted Koch had the opportunity to walk through one of the most remarkable displays of historic maps to occur in this country for quite some time. The exhibit runs through January 27, 2008.
Pulford named GIO
December 12, 2007
Curtis Pulford will take the reigns as Wisconsin’s new Geographic Information Officer effective December 23.
USGS and FGDC announce 2008 NSDI funding program
October 18, 2007
The longstanding Cooperative Agreement Program aims to improve infrastructure necessary to effectively discover, access, share, manage and use digital geographic data.
Chipman off to Dartmouth
October 16, 2007
Longtime UW-Madison remote sensing scientist Jonathon Chipman recently accepted a position at Dartmouth University.