Writing a trail description is not just measuring a trail. Learn how to take what is on the ground and turn it into something worth reading. Participants will go on a 3-4 mile hike and must have a pocket tape recorder. Producing Maps Cartography can make or break a hiking book, map or brochure. Learn to critique maps, what makes a map readable, and how to produce such a map for books and brochures.
Course includes computer lab work.
Bring a compass and other instruments if you have them. Photography Learn to take pictures that can be used in publications. Includes introduction to digital photography. Bring your camera for field work. Hands on computer lab work.