Weekly Update 10/22/2013

Hello everyone! This week I found some information and exciting things in relation to my project. I was able to view current maps of Onteora Lake that are located in the display. They show topography of the area but they have little information on where the camping sites are located and detailed trail maps. It will be a great opportunity for myself to be able to provide these things through my project. This week I will be out in the field collecting data points of the trails and campgrounds with a GPS Unit. I am very excited to be out in the field and the progress that will be made on the project. Look forward to updating you soon!

The Bigger Proposal

Evan Leahy

GIS Project Proposal

Expanded

Introduction: For my GIS course project I plan on mapping out the Onteora Lake waterbody in upstate New York. The waterbody located in Kingston, NY, is maintained and operated by the Department of Environmental Conservation. I believe in creating this map we can give the public a valuable resource in helping them get the most out of the area around the lake and its trails.

Methods: Onteora Lake itself has a surface area of 16.5 acres and a shoreline of 1.3 miles. I plan on going out to the lake and using a handheld GPS to collect a significant number of data points at campsites and also along trails around the lake. I intend on using ArcGIS software at Siena College to input the latitude and longitude of these collected points into the program to create a map. In addition, other layers that will be added include the waterbody itself, surrounding roads, topography, and some landscape features. Using this software, I will be able to show detailed features of Onteora Lake in an interactive and helpful map.

Objectives: To create a detailed map of Onteora Lake in Kingston, NY. My goal is to shows different features of this lake that will be very beneficial for public use. My hope is that it will aid in the publics understanding of the features of the lake and also provide new detailed information to enhance their experience. I hope it will make people more aware of local trails around the lake and increase their participation in outdoor activities.

Schedule:

Date	Description
8-Oct	Proposal
15-Oct	Research/Contact Onteora
22-Oct	Draft Map with Data Layers
29-Oct	Collecting GPS Points
5-Nov	Mapping Points
12-Nov	Adding Map Detail
19-Nov	Map review with Client
26-Nov	Final Revisions
3-Dec	Map completed and delivered

Deliverables: Upon completion, I will have a finished map printed out of Onteora Lake and its detailed features on display. It will be a 48”x 36” inch color map with interactive legends and labels for easy use.  This map may be used as a resource for the public to use and help make the overall understanding and experience of Onteora Lake better.

The Big Proposal

Evan Leahy

GIS Project Proposal

Introduction: For my GIS course project I plan on mapping out the Onteora Lake waterbody in upstate New York. The waterbody located in Kingston, NY, is maintained and operated by the Department of Environmental Conservation. I believe in creating this map we can give the public a valuable resource in helping them get the most out of the area around the lake and its trails.

Methods: Onteora Lake itself has a surface area of 16.5 acres and a shoreline of 1.3 miles. I plan on going out to the lake and using a handheld GPS to collect a significant number of data points at campsites and also along trails around the lake. I intend on using ArcGIS software at Siena College to input the latitude and longitude of these collected points into the program to create a map. Using this software, I will be able to show detailed features of Onteora Lake in an interactive and helpful map.

Objectives: To create a detailed map of Onteora Lake in Kingston, NY. My goal is to shows different features of this lake that will be very beneficial for public use. My hope is that it will aid in the publics understanding of the features of the lake and also provide new detailed information to enhance their experience. I hope it will make people more aware of local trails around the lake and increase their participation in outdoor activities.

Schedule:

Date	Description
8-Oct	Proposal
15-Oct	Research/Contact Onteora
22-Oct	Collecting GPS Points
29-Oct	Interpreting Collected Data
5-Nov	Mapping Points
12-Nov	Adding Map Detail
19-Nov	Map review with Client
26-Nov	Final Revisions
3-Dec	Map completed and delivered

Deliverables: Upon completion, I will have a finished map printed out of Onteora Lake and its detailed features on display. This map may be used as a resource for the public to use and help make the overall understanding and experience of Onteora Lake better.

Mapping Onteora

Onteora Lake GIS Proposed Mapping Project

Onteora Lake is a small body of water in upstate New York that is owned and managed by the DEC. It provides locals with a great place to fish, kayak, and hike throughout the year. The surface area of the lake is 16.5 acres and the shoreline stretches about 1.3 miles.


For my GIS research project I would love the idea of mapping out a local preserve or hiking area around my hometown of Kingston NY. I think it would be a beneficial project in getting more local people informed and aware of trails that they could be using and enjoying. One specific area that I had in mind was the Onteora Lake Region in my city. It would be great to provide a GIS created map with trail identifications. I would be able to map out about a few trails that I have walked before. I this would be something I would really enjoy doing for my GIS project and a valuable resource for the public to use when they are hiking or visiting Onteora Lake.