Posted: 4/14/2007 6:09:39 AM EDT
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Anyone know where I can get topo maps of northern IL? I want to take the kids out and do some map and compass training. Thanks Rick |
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Check the U.S. Geological survey website, I beleive you can order topo maps there. They run around $25 each if I remeber. The other option woudl be hit up your local Gander Mountain, they might carry them too... Or serach the phone book for a mapping/surveying company in the local area, some of them can provide/sell you the maps. |
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REI in Oakbrook would have them. The last time I looked they had an Illinois road atlas that included topographic detail. I use a site called Topozone. You can also download the free NASA program (NASA World Wind) that is like Google Earth. It has a function where you can view the topographic maps from US geological surveys. |
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www.jdmcox.com/ Free software download, and it overlays the aerial photos and topographical map. Did I mention it's FREE? You can also get an Illinois Gazeteer at Wally World--it has the whole state. ETA: You might want to pop into the survival forum--there will be a mountain of advice about this type of thing. |