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The Federal government of Canada produces two scales of Canadian topographical maps: 1:50,000 and 1:250,000. These maps are used for a variety of different applications...
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 Using a Map & Compass
The first thing to determine is what direction you are going on a map and correspond with a compass bearing... |
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Any area within Alberta and Northeast British Columbia can be quickly located based on its legal land description. Legal land descriptions are based on the Alberta Township Survey (ATS) system... |
Using Global Positioning Systems (GPS Units)
Using GPS can be both handy and time saving, with a few basic tips you can be on your way to navigating with GPS...
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 Legal Land Conversions for Alberta Township Survey System
These tools will convert ATS, UTM and latitude/longitude (geographic degrees) to other co-ordinates...
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Other Useful Links
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Boreal Wilderness Institute- Great local outdoor institute providing GPS classes, outdoor wilderness classes and survival training. Taught by a Map-A-Mia regular!
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Maps
The Township Survey System
