Updated Map Draft

Here is a updated version of the map I have been working on.
I was able to get elevation data from the USGS seamless website and create some contour lines of the property. I have all the GPS data I took on this map and areas of interest are also done. All that I have left is to clean up the appearance of the map and make it more presentable.

First Day of Field Data Collection

I have returned from my first day of data collection at the location. It was a beautiful day to take a leisurely hike through the woods. I was able to collect several data points of specific points of interest along the main trail. This included basic land marks that would help hikers identify where they are on the trail. I was also able to collect data points for areas of interest like the hemlock groves that follow the stream running through the preserve as well as the signs of beaver activity along the stream.
So far I have two drafts of my map which include a Bing aerial view map of the area and a topographical map of the area. Both Maps have the stream running through the location marked. In the next couple of days I plan on entering the GPS data points that I was able to collect. I am also still searching for GPS data on the boundaries for the site location.
My plans for next week include hiking out into the areas of the preserve that do not have any trails and identifying the areas that might be of interest for youth groups or areas for potential trails.

Map 1: Bing Aerial Map

Map 2: Topographical Map