Orienteering maps produced by David Sparshott.
Based in East Anglia, I am an active member of Norfolk OC.
I am available for mapping projects regionally and further afield, including surveying and mapping new orienteering areas, re-maps, and updates for both forest and urban areas.
I have experience in planning and implementing permanent orienteering courses and mapping schools.
Surveying and mapping for orienteering across the UK
Project overview
Broadland Country Park
An extensive re-mapping of a large Country Park in Norfolk comprising of several parcels of forest ranging from conifer plantation, oak woodland, and open marshland.
Methodology
01
Base map
Once the scope of the project has been agreed the first step is to create a base map of the area. This will include processing lidar data and the objective is to create a workable map to take into the field ready for surveying.
02
Survey
Using the base map as a starting point, time is spent in the field modifying and refining the map. Depending upon the size and terrain of the area this could be anywhere from one to several days.
03
Refining the map
The map is then updated following on from the surveying and any further data processing is carried out.
04
Finished map
Working editable copy of the final map is delivered in OCAD or OOM format. Any future surveys for potential updates can be planned in.
If you would like to discuss a potential mapping project or to see any map examples, please don't hesitate to get in touch by email or phone.
Project overview
Lionwood, Norwich
A new map produced for NOROC that incorporated a small pocket steep sided deciduous woodland surrounded by a local authority housing estate and public park.
This map is regularly used for training sessions and by the local school.