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4-H Youth GIS/GPS

Maine 4-H GIS Program

This is a fun and highly interactive experience where youth learn to use technology while doing really cool community service projects, like community mapping which leads youth to enjoy outdoor activities, a time of adventure and exploration. Another fun activity is Geocashing.

What are GIS and GPS?

GIS (Geographic Information System) is a computer-based system for storing, updating, analyzing, displaying, and manipulating spatial data – information about places on the planet. These can be hand held units even units that are now outfitted in cars and recreational vehicles.

GPS (Global Positioning System) is a constellation of satellites that allow users of GPS receivers to locate their position on Earth’s surface. They can also be used to collect spatially-referenced data to be uses with GIS.

For more information on how your group can participate in the Maine 4-H GIS program, contact your local extension office (link extension office to county offices).

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   4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills.

 

Maine 4-H Youth Development Mission

Educate and empower Maine youth through hands-on and community based experiences.

 

Maine 4-H Youth Development Vision

Maine youth acquire the knowledge, life skills, leadership abilities and attitudes to help them succeed now and in the future

through effective collaborations, hands-on experiential education and self-directed learning.

 

Putting knowledge to work with the people of Maine

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