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CWR 2023 - Maps

06 Mar 2023 10:16 PM | Garry Spicer (Administrator)

Maps are now available!

The information in these files is intended to help radio operators navigate to, from, and around the rally venue. It is strongly recommended that radio operators use GPS based navigation on rally day. Keep in mind that cell coverage is poor at the rally venue, so be sure to download map tiles to your device prior to rally day.

The links below are for map files in KML format.  They are not image files! These files are intended for use with a GPS device or GIS software. Some software alternatives include APRSIS32, YAAC, Gaia, Google Earth, Google Maps, Bing Maps, and Maps.me. Note that some software does not work in an offline mode, or may require you to download tiles in advance of going offline. In any case, be sure that you understand the features and restrictions of your chosen GPS device or GIS software.

If you need files in GPX format or you would like them in a CSV to import into a spreadsheet, then I suggest using one of the online converter services available on the Internet.

Special Note

Updated and approved map data was not provided to the Radio Coordinators for this event. Using map data from prior events, Dana and I made numerous assumptions and judgment calls to interpolate the information on which these maps are based. We have done our best to keep all of the maps in the associated radio operator documentation aligned with the KML files provided here. However, It is likely that there will be discrepancies between these maps and those used by other teams at the event. It will be necessary to resolve these issues in the field on rally day.

First is a KML with just the course segment locations (blockers, control points...).

CWR Segments

Second is a KML with the routes (roads) to help you navigate to, from, and around the venue.

CWR Routes

Finally this KML contains places of significance and waypoints. These items are marked to help you find destinations and the resources you need on rally day.

CWR Places


73,
Garry, VE6GDS



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