Tag Archives: Google Earth

Mapping Lowrance GPS Fishing Waypoints in Google Earth

Posted on May 29, 2009 by Dan Foster

Brian H. asks: “How do I add Lowrance gps way point numbers( like 34.06.182 / 81.23.465 and convert to get into google earth pro for fishing way points?”

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How to Convert KMZ to SHP: A Step-by-Step Tutorial

Posted on March 2, 2009 by Dan Foster

Dawee M. writes: “I am looking at your programme ExpertGPS. Can the programme convert a kmz file from Google Earth to a shp file to use in GIS?” Dan Foster shows how to convert KML and KMZ placemarks and lines … Continue reading →

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Mapping a Hunting Area on a Farm using ExpertGPS and Google Earth

Posted on February 26, 2009 by Dan Foster

Bill G. writes: “I see that I can enter my hunting areas with expert GPS and did see some farm capabilities. How easy is it to put fence lines and gates on the maps? Can I pull in a Google … Continue reading →

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Creating custom map symbols and markers with ExpertGPS

Posted on December 4, 2008 by Dan Foster

ExpertGPS comes with several hundred waypoint symbols you can use on your maps, but sometimes you need to create a map with your own custom symbology. Dan Foster shows how to create a map of the Boston MBTA subway system … Continue reading →

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