[NTLUG:Discuss] OpenStreetMap mapping party in Denver 1/2 November

[SteveC]

On 17 Oct 2008, at 11:07, SteveC wrote:

> We're having an OpenStreetMap mapping party in Dallas next weekend.

And when I say next weekend I mean 1/2 November, oops.

>
>
> OpenStreetMap is both an Open Source project and a source of Free
> GeoData. A sort of Wikipedia for maps. Join us at the mapping party
> next weekend and we'll show you some of the amazing things OSM can do.
> Like run the maps on your Linux-lovin' devices. Handhelds, PDAs and
> UMPCs even.  And we'll show you how you can contribute to the map of
> everything. Bring your GPS and laptop to follow along with our
> examples and get help with configuration issues. Or just watch and
> share with the others.
>
> OpenStreetMap: http://www.openstreetmap.org
> More OSM details on the wiki. http://wiki.openstreetmap.org/index.php/Dallas
> Please RSVP: http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/1243137/
>
> I can also answer any questions about OSM here if you like, and if
> anyone has good ideas for a venue or people/groups to contact I'm all
> ears.
>
> Best
>
> Steve
>
> Let your friends in GIS, geocaching and cycling / mountain biking
> circles know about this too. They might love OSM, even if they don't
> get the Open Source angle.
>
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Best

Steve