Sunday, April 10, 2011

Follow Brandon on Google Earth

Can't stop checking the blog wondering where Brandon is? Track his progress with Google Earth.

Step One: Download Google Earth (Free): Here
Step Two: Download A.T. GIS Centerline data: Here
Step Three: Download A.T. GIS Shelter Data: Here
Step Four: Open Google Earth and install.
Step Five: Once Google Earth is running go to File>Open and load the .kml files (A.T. centerline and A.T. GIS Shelter data.)
Step Six: The Appalachian Trail will be loaded in Google Earth and each shelter should also be marked. If you open Brandon's link to his itinerary at the top right of the blog, you can find the locations where he intends to be each night.

If you are having trouble figuring it out, post a comment.












Screenshot from Google Earth

2 comments:

  1. Thanks Spencer! now we can follow him on his AT journey! {I know my Mom will appreciate this as well!}

    BTW: Brandon is at HAWK MOUNT tonight.

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  2. Thanks so much Spencer for all you have done to help Brandon prepare for his trip!! His Dad and I really appreciate you and are very grateful that he has someone who has been there that he can rely on during this experience. We enjoyed meeting you and hope to see you again soon!

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