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Mapping

Resources and guides related to creating and utilizing maps.
How to Find Waterfalls with LiDAR Mapping - Including real world examples from the Red River Gorge.

How to Find Waterfalls Using LiDAR

I'm a huge fan of using LiDAR mapping for locating new waterfalls to photograph. I get a lot of questions about how to do this, so in this post, I'll teach you all of the basics you need to get started.
Adam Thompson 01 Apr 2026
The basics of reading a topographic map.

The Basics Of Reading A Topographic Map

Being able to read a topographic map is an essential skill for anyone going into the backcountry. This guide will teach you all of the basics you need to know!
Adam Thompson 20 Aug 2018
A gentle introduction to CalTopo.

A Gentle Introduction To CalTopo

CalTopo is one of the most powerful tools available for planning your trips into the backcountry. Today, I will give you a gentle introduction to this amazing mapping tool.
Adam Thompson 09 Nov 2017

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