MappingDC
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| MappingDC | |
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| When: | Irregular |
| Where: | Various locations in DC, Northern Virginia (map) |
| mailing list | |
| mailing list - archive | |
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MappingDC (mappingdc.org) is a group organized around producing high quality Free (as in Freedom) maps of Washington DC and the areas surrounding it.
We accomplish this mainly through Mapping Parties, talks and community presentations.
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Communication
The main method of communication for MappingDC is through its mailing list.
MappingDC has their own website.
In addition to the list, we use the OpenStreetMap wiki to organize events. When an event is planned, the Washington, DC talk page is updated with the event, as well as a link to a page on the specific neighborhood(s) to be mapped at the event.
DC Neighborhoods
Washington, DC has over a hundred distinct neighborhoods. We use this natural division as a starting point for organizing events. Ideally an event should map one or several specific neighborhoods as completely as possible, and the event organizer should reach out to local community groups to assist in the mapping effort.
Upcoming Events
Events should be listed directly on the Washington DC page. Specific neighborhoods should be labeled with the colon separator, such as Washington DC:Cleveland Park.
Map the Zoo
As a long term project, MappingDC is creating a very detailed and customized map of the Smithsonian National Zoo. To kick off this effort, there is an open Mapping Party at the Zoo on Semptember 12, 2009. Anyone is welcome to join, we'll have GPS receivers, walking papers mapping, tutorials and fun time. More information is available on the GeoDC event page.
- Where: Zoo entrance on Connecticut Avenue
- When: 10AM, September 12, 2009
- What to bring: If you have one, a GPS or Tracking application on your smart phone. Otherwise just walking shoes.
Long Term Goals
Even after all the major features of DC are mapped, there will be an ongoing mission to keep this information accurate over time. To that end mappers should assist local groups with education on not only data entry but maintenance. Community groups should be empowered to maintain the data themselves.
After all the major features of DC are mapped
Sister Organizations
Of course MappingDC wouldn't exist without the OpenStreetMap group, but in addition there are other groups we collaborate or have a kinship with.
