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Map Stuff
Board: Smart Phones and Other Handheld Devices
Feb 28, 2014 12:16pm
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OK, there are two relatively minor issues I'm having with switching to paperless maps.

1) I'm having some trouble telling what county I'm in. I've discovered that MapQuest marks the boundaries at some magnifications, but MapQuest doesn't load well for me for some reason, I have to fiddle with it quite a while before I can see an actual map. I haven't found counties on any of the other mapping programs I've tried. Anybody have better luck?

2) I also don't see scenic routes. Scenic routes are somewhat important to me, as I have been planting themed letterboxes along them. Some states proudly mark them on their official state (paper) maps, but I wouldn't be terribly happy about keeping paper maps just for that. The only other thing I can think of is to check each state's web site to see if I can download an image file showing the scenic routes in that state. Any other ideas?
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Reply to: #833090 by Kirbert
Mar 1, 2014 4:51am
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If you are just wanting the maps for AQ related use, the trip planner will work. I believe there are already some scenic, historic routes available. Do you have a list you would like to see mapped?
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Reply to: #833211 by speedsquare
Mar 1, 2014 9:44am
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I want to see everything that is considered a "scenic route", because my themed series involves scenic routes and the more I know about, the more opportunities I have to plant.
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Reply to: #833239 by Kirbert
Mar 2, 2014 10:56am
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I just mapped the Ohio River Scenic Byway in Indiana. Is this what you had in mind? It is set for premium members. I added the "scenicroute" to the keyword list. If this is what you are looking for, I will create more scenic routes identified on state maps, and tourism promotional materials.
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Reply to: #833391 by speedsquare
Mar 2, 2014 5:08pm
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That's great, but it looks like work! In VA and WV, it seems like almost every road is a designated scenic road. I was kinda hoping there was some existing mapping software that already had them all marked.
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Reply to: #833448 by Kirbert
Mar 2, 2014 5:53pm
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It is a bit of work, but I did it as a diversion. I've driven that route, before letterboxing, and I know there are boxes now along that route.
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Reply to: #833391 by speedsquare
Mar 3, 2014 8:35am
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Thank you so much for your work! That was really nice of you!
. . .then again, you *are* really nice :-)

~tigs
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Reply to: #833522 by tiggermama
Mar 3, 2014 10:56am
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Thank you, tigs. And since you noticed, is there a scenic route in your state that needs mapping?
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Reply to: #833547 by speedsquare
Mar 3, 2014 1:40pm
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LOL- no, we have that covered. You can safely move on to other states first.

Although, anyone who wants to travel the BRP should definiely do some letterbox research first. The whole thing is a National Park. 'Nuff said

~tigs