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Geocaching GPS: High Tech Treasure Hunt
Geocaching is the act of using a GPS device to find secrets stashed for the adventure. Its a modern day scavenger hunt that can involve the world.
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The International Date Line and Prime Meridian
A simple explanation of the International Date Line and the Greenwich Meridian. Thank or blame Chester A. Arthur for the International Meridian Conference.
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Ptolemy and His Map of the World
Greek scholar Ptolemy published Guide to Geography, which became the definitive work on the subject for centuries, influencing Renaissance explorers.
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Martin Waldseemüller and His Map of New World
Based on the works of Ptolemy and Amerigo Vespucci, German cartographer Waldseemüller produced the first modern map of the world. In it, he gave America its name.
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Globes for Kids Who Love Geography
A globe can be a gift for a child who enjoys geography or a teaching tool for the classroom. World globes can be inflatable toys, stuffed globes, and even puzzles!
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Amerigo Vespucci
Amerigo Vespucci, a Renaissance-era Italian explorer, surveyed the Americas, providing the continents' names and first maps.
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Maps of the World for Children
Poster-style world maps for children are perfect for the home or the classroom wall. Choose from a wide variety of physical and political world maps.
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Locating Trout Streams Using Topography Maps
Topo maps are excellent resources for locating hidden trout streams. Here's why and how to use them.
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What is the True Altitude of Mount Everest?
Everybody knows that the tallest peak in the world is Mount Everest, but few can recall its height. However, the strange fact is, its precise height is subject to change
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What and Where is the Salish Sea?
Puget Sound, the Straits of Georgia, and the Straits of Juan de Fuca form a single ecosystem, and may soon be known by a single name, The Salish Sea.
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Letterboxing Puts a New Spin on Geography
Letterboxing is a great hobby for treasure hunters, children, and those who love to solve mysteries outdoors. Letterboxers use clues to find hidden notebooks and stamps.
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Mapping Human Impacts on Global Ecosystems
Humans have reshaped the surface of our planet. Anthropogenic biome maps are a way to understand and track human impact on earth's ecosystems.
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Canada & Russia Re-Start Cold War
Fresh off its row with England over the Alexander Litvinenko poisoning case, Russia gives a cold snub & tries redrawing Polar Maps. Canada & Denmark quickly strike back
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