Steve asked this question on an Off Topic thread. I had missed his question. I thought it would be best to post here an answer to his question for others to see and add their thoughts.
Steve asked where we all get our maps?
I buy my maps from mytopo.com They come on waterproof paper. You may select different options for the map. I prefer the 1:24,000 with grid lines for UTM and tick marks for lat/long. I add all the premium overlays including private land option. I like the size: 18\"x24\". Very compact.
I buy the National Geographic Trails Illustrated maps (1:100,000) to get the big picture of the area. The smaller more detailed mytopo map is what I carry into the woods.
mytopo.com now has an option to select a GMU for different states and then relocate the smaller square area you want for your map. See \"Build a custom map for ..\" customized option at the bottom after selecting the State/GMU. Remember to click \"Preview Now\" at the bottom left before purchasing the map.
REI also has the option in their stores to print a custom map. Look for a monitor in the map section. There are also some online free map sources. You only need to buy the special paper and have a good printer with the print cartridges in good shape. I am too lazy to do this method. I don\'t buy maps often enough to justify the hassle.
Last year, I bought mytopo\'s new Hybrid Topo/Photo (Aerial) of my area. My topo only map of this area is 5 years old. The aerial view was helpful.
I write my notes for the area around the border, including elk sightings (date/time, weather). This of course is a problem when you are showing someone where they located. One guy actually asked if he could have my map. He was joking of course. He was scouting the area for the first time.
There are more experienced map people on this forum than me. Perhaps they will provide other options.
Steve asked where we all get our maps?
I buy my maps from mytopo.com They come on waterproof paper. You may select different options for the map. I prefer the 1:24,000 with grid lines for UTM and tick marks for lat/long. I add all the premium overlays including private land option. I like the size: 18\"x24\". Very compact.
I buy the National Geographic Trails Illustrated maps (1:100,000) to get the big picture of the area. The smaller more detailed mytopo map is what I carry into the woods.
mytopo.com now has an option to select a GMU for different states and then relocate the smaller square area you want for your map. See \"Build a custom map for ..\" customized option at the bottom after selecting the State/GMU. Remember to click \"Preview Now\" at the bottom left before purchasing the map.
REI also has the option in their stores to print a custom map. Look for a monitor in the map section. There are also some online free map sources. You only need to buy the special paper and have a good printer with the print cartridges in good shape. I am too lazy to do this method. I don\'t buy maps often enough to justify the hassle.
Last year, I bought mytopo\'s new Hybrid Topo/Photo (Aerial) of my area. My topo only map of this area is 5 years old. The aerial view was helpful.
I write my notes for the area around the border, including elk sightings (date/time, weather). This of course is a problem when you are showing someone where they located. One guy actually asked if he could have my map. He was joking of course. He was scouting the area for the first time.
There are more experienced map people on this forum than me. Perhaps they will provide other options.
